gravidity
Pronunciation: gra-VID-i-tee
The total number of times a woman has been pregnant, regardless of pregnancy outcome.
Full Definition
Gravidity refers to the total number of pregnancies a woman has experienced, including current pregnancy if applicable, regardless of the outcome (live birth, stillbirth, miscarriage, or abortion). It is an important component of obstetric history and is typically recorded alongside parity in medical documentation. Gravidity is expressed as a number (G1, G2, G3, etc.) and helps healthcare providers assess risk factors and provide appropriate prenatal care. Unlike parity, which counts only pregnancies carried to viability, gravidity includes all pregnancies regardless of gestational age at termination.
Usage
Usage note: Always distinguish from parity in obstetric documentation.
In Context
- "The patient's gravidity is 4 with a parity of 2-1-0-3." — obstetric history
- "Gravidity and parity must be accurately documented in all prenatal records." — documentation guideline