ENHANCEMENT OF FETAL GROWTH BY ADMINISTRATION OF INSULIN-LIKE GROWTH FACTOR-1(IGF-1)

摘要

A method of enhancing fetal growth and/or development and/or neonatal survival by the administration over a period of insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1), to either the amniotic fluid or direct to the fetal gastrointestinal tract. Administration may be by way of an ultrasonically monitored injection or placement of a catheter.