GTPAL
Medical abbreviation · Obstetrics & Gynecology
| Stands for | Gravida, term, preterm, abortions, living |
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| Categories | Medical |
GTPAL stands for Gravida, term, preterm, abortions, living, an obstetrics & gynecology abbreviation.
Detailed system for recording obstetric history: total pregnancies (G), term births (T), preterm births (P), abortions or miscarriages before 20 weeks (A) and currently living children (L). It is commonly written as G4P2113.
Example: GTPAL 4-2-1-1-3: two term births, one preterm birth, one miscarriage, three living children.
Usage notes
In the para portion, a multiple pregnancy counts as one delivery for term or preterm, but each child counts toward living children. "Abortions" includes miscarriages, ectopic pregnancies and induced abortions. The format is taught widely in nursing and midwifery programs.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.