Gravida
Gravida
Gravida (/ɡræˈviːdə/; from Latin, meaning 'heavy') is a term used in obstetrics to refer to the number of times a woman has been pregnant, regardless of whether these pregnancies were carried to term. A current pregnancy, if any, is included in this count.
Etymology
The term 'gravida' is derived from the Latin word 'gravis', which means 'heavy'. This is a reference to the increased weight a woman carries during pregnancy.
Related Terms
- Para: A term that refers to the number of live births a woman has had. This count does not include miscarriages or abortions.
- Abortus: This term refers to pregnancies that ended before 20 weeks, either due to miscarriage or abortion.
- Gestation: The period of time between conception and birth, during which the fetus grows and develops inside the mother's womb.
- Pregnancy: The state of carrying a developing fetus within the body.
Usage
In medical notation, 'gravida' is often abbreviated as 'G'. For example, a woman who has been pregnant three times is referred to as 'G3'. When paired with the term 'para', the number of pregnancies and births a woman has had can be quickly communicated. For example, a woman who has been pregnant three times and given birth to two living children would be noted as 'G3 P2'.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gravida
- Wikipedia's article - Gravida
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