The full form of UPI in medical term is “Uteroplacental Insufficiency.”
Uteroplacental insufficiency is a medical condition that occurs when the placenta cannot provide the growing foetus with adequate blood flow and nutrients. This condition can lead to complications in pregnancy, such as growth restriction, preterm birth, and foetal distress. It is a serious condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to ensure the health of both the mother and the developing foetus.
The most common cause of uteroplacental insufficiency is poor blood flow from the mother’s uterus to the placenta. Some symptoms of this condition include decreased foetal movement, abnormal foetal heart rate, poor growth of the foetus, low levels of amniotic fluid, preterm labour and Preeclampsia or hypertension.
Diagnosis of uteroplacental insufficiency may involve a combination of tests and examinations, including foetal monitoring, Ultrasound, Doppler ultrasound and Biophysical profile.
The treatment of uteroplacental insufficiency will depend on the severity of the condition and the stage of pregnancy. In some cases, close monitoring of the mother and the foetus may be sufficient. However, in more severe cases, the delivery may be necessary to ensure the foetus’s health.
Some common treatments for uteroplacental insufficiency include bed rest, Medications, foetal monitoring and induction of labour.
Uteroplacental insufficiency can be difficult to diagnose, as many symptoms are similar to normal pregnancy.