Fundal height landmarks
12, 24, 36
Quick bedside check that size matches dates.
Approximate only. Near term the fundus may descend as the head engages.
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12, 24, 36. It helps you recall: Fundal height landmarks.
Fundus just above the symphysis pubis
Fundus at the umbilicus
Fundus at the xiphisternum
12: Fundus just above the symphysis pubis; 24: Fundus at the umbilicus; 36: Fundus at the xiphisternum.
It belongs to Normal pregnancy and antenatal care in OBG.
Approximate only. Near term the fundus may descend as the head engages.
Quick bedside check that size matches dates.
Say it aloud, write it from memory tomorrow, then again in a week. Then test yourself on a OBG question about Normal pregnancy and antenatal care.
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