A postmature baby is a baby born at 42 weeks or more. Postmaturity can be a problem because the placenta becomes less effective, and the baby may be larger and less pliable. Labour is often induced to avoid complications.
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The foetus that remains in the uterus longer than the normal gestational period; i.e., longer than 42 weeks (288 days) in humans. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: pōst′mă-tūr′, mă-tyūr′ Definitions: 1. Referring to a fetus that remains in the uterus longer than the normal gestational period; longer than 42 weeks (288 days) in humans.
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