EFFICACY OF KSHEERABASTI IN THE MANAGEMENT OF GARBHAKSHAYA W.S.R. TO INTRAUTERINE GROWTH RETARTDATION - A CASE REPORT

Intrauterine growth restriction is quite common condition now a days and needs intensive fetal surveillance and proper antepartum and intra-partum care. IUGR may result in significant fetal morbidity and mortality if not properly diagnosed and treated. The condition is most commonly caused by inadequate maternal-fetal circulation, resulting in decrease in fetal growth. In Ayurveda, IUGR can be considered under Garbhakshaya. In Garbhakshaya according to Acharya Sushruta, Garbhaaspandana and Anunatkukshitta mentioned which is mainly due to the inadequate nutrition to fetus. Acharya Sushruta has mentioned the usage of Ksheerabasti from 8th month onwards to nourish the fetus in Garbhakshaya. In present case study, A 29-year-old pregnant woman with period of gestation 37 weeks 1 day was came to OPD of PTSR dept. National institute of Ayurveda (Deemed to be university). On examination her fundal height was found less than period of amenorrhoea. USG report showed single live intrauterine pregnancy of 35 weeks 3 days with IUGR and extensive calcification in placenta, was treated with Ksheerabasti, administered for 10 days once in the morning in the dose of 450 ml per day. After 10 days of above said treatment USG report was repeated and marked improvement was observed with no calcification and a healthy baby was delivered with normal Apgar score. So here Shatavari, Vidarikanda and Yashtimadhu sadhita Ksheerabasti is very effective treatment modality to improve IUGR and for good nourishment of fetus. Keywords: Garbhakshaya, IUGR, Ksheerabasti, Shatavari, Vidarikanda, Yashtimadhu etc.