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How can oligohydramnios be classified?

By Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 01/25/2022

The classification of oligohydramnios based on its severity is as follows:

Mild
AFI between 6 and 7.
Moderate
API between 4 and 5.
Severe
ILA<3.

It should be noted that there are variations in this classification depending on the specialist. In addition, it is also necessary to assess other parameters, such as blood pressure, to make an accurate diagnosis of oligohydramnios.

 Zaira Salvador
Zaira Salvador
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from the Technical University of Valencia (UPV). Biotechnology Degree from the National University of Ireland en Galway (NUIG) and embryologist specializing in Assisted Reproduction, with a Master's Degree in Biotechnology of Human Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV) and the Valencian Infertility Institute (IVI)
License: 3185-CV
Embryologist. Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from the Technical University of Valencia (UPV). Biotechnology Degree from the National University of Ireland en Galway (NUIG) and embryologist specializing in Assisted Reproduction, with a Master's Degree in Biotechnology of Human Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV) and the Valencian Infertility Institute (IVI) License: 3185-CV.