Understanding Fundal Height at 24 Weeks Gestation

A pregnant woman in her second trimester visits the clinic for her routine prenatal check-up. During this visit, her healthcare provider measures her fundal height, which is an important indicator of fetal growth. Fundal height measurement is typically performed from the top of the pubic bone to the top of the uterus and is expressed in centimeters.

If the fundal height measurement is less than expected for gestational age, it may indicate conditions such as poor fetal growth or oligohydramnios. A fundal height of less than ____ cm at 24 weeks can raise such concerns and warrants further evaluation.