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36 weeks preg. had internal exam, cervix closed baby's head engaged. how can the obgyn determine estimate weight of baby? he says will be btw 3-3.2 kgs

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Dr. Luis Gonzalez answered

Ball park: This is an estimation . Even using ultrasound for calculations, this can be off well over a pound.

Dr Kunz agreed

Answered 5/11/2013

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Experience: Obgyns through years of experience are able to estimate a fetal weight by visualizing and feeling the abdomen.

Answered 5/11/2013

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A member asked:

36 weeks preg. had internal exam, cervix closed baby's head engaged. how can the obgyn determine estimate weight of baby? he says will be btw 3-3.2 kgs

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Luis Gonzalez answered

Dr Kunz agreed

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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