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fundal height
Pronunciation: FUN-dal height
The distance from the pubic symphysis to the top of the uterine fundus, measured during pregnancy.
Full Definition
Fundal height is a clinical measurement taken during prenatal care to assess fetal growth and gestational age. It is measured in centimeters from the pubic symphysis to the highest point of the uterine fundus. This measurement correlates roughly with gestational age in weeks after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Editors should note that this term is specific to obstetric care and differs from uterine size measurements in non-pregnant patients.
Usage
Usage note: Measured only during pregnancy; may be abbreviated as SFH in clinical documentation.
In Context
- "Fundal height measured 32 cm, consistent with 32 weeks gestation." — Prenatal visit documentation
- "The fundal height was larger than expected for gestational age." — Obstetric assessment note
Also known as
symphysis-fundal height
SFH
Don't confuse with
cervical length
uterine size