Year: 2025 | Month: April | Volume: 15 | Issue: 4 | Pages: 272-278
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20250439
Assessing Antenatal and Clinical Profile in Late Preterm and Term Neonate
Dr. Devesh Agrawal1, Dr. Kalpana2, Preeti Lata Rai3
1Junior Resident, Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
2Assistant Professor, Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
3Professor HOD, Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
Corresponding Author: Dr. Devesh Agrawal
ABSTRACT
Background: Late preterm neonates (34⁰/₇–36⁶/₇ weeks) are often presumed to be as healthy as term neonates (≥37⁰/₇ weeks), but they face increased risks due to physiological immaturity. Maternal and antenatal factors significantly influence neonatal outcomes, especially in resource-limited settings. We aimed to assess and compare the clinical and antenatal profiles of late preterm and term neonates.
Methods: A hospital-based prospective observational study was conducted over 12 months at Rohilkhand Medical College, Bareilly. Seventy-six neonates were enrolled—38 in each group. Maternal and neonatal data were recorded and statistically analyzed.
Results: Late preterm neonates had significantly lower birth weight, APGAR scores, and a higher NICU admission rate. Maternal risk factors like PROM and infection were more common among them. Neonatal complications such as jaundice and respiratory issues were notably higher.
Conclusion: Late preterm neonates exhibit increased morbidity linked to identifiable antenatal risk factors, emphasizing the need for enhanced perinatal monitoring.
Key words: Late Preterm Infant; Term Neonate; Neonatal Intensive Care; Pregnancy Complications; Perinatal Outcome