Magnitude of fetal macrosomia and its associated factors at public health institutions of Hawassa city, southern Ethiopia

Abstract

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the magnitude of fetal macrosomia and associated factors at public health institutions of Hawassa city, southern Ethiopia. Results: In this study, the magnitude of fetal macrosomia found to be 11.86%. Being a male (AOR = 2.2, 95% CI 1.1-4.2), ≥ 37 weeks gestational age (AOR = 6.0, 95% CI 3.1-11.1) and having previous history of fetal macrosomia (AOR = 14.5, 95% CI 7.2-29.2) had a higher odds of fetal macrosomia. Moreover, the magnitude of fetal macrosomia is found be in the global range. Sex of the child, previous history of fetal macrosomia and gestational age were significantly associated with fetal macrosomia. The obstetric care providers should assess all pregnant women for history of fetal macrosomia which would help them to be prepared for the managements of maternal and perinatal complications.