Condition
SGA medical abbreviation
SGA means "small for gestational age".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for SGA), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What SGA means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| small for gestational age | None | Charting, Problem lists |
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What does SGA mean in medical terms?
SGA means "small for gestational age".
Where is SGA used?
SGA shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is SGA on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. SGA is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.