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Jul 1, 2017 · Like much of medicine, ultrasound diagnosis of fetal anomalies is both a science and an art. Part 1 of this article will detail, within the text and with images, the anomalies that should not be missed when performing ultrasound during the first and second trimesters of pregnancy.
- Subchorionic hemorrhage. This condition occurs when the membranes or the sac that holds the fetus in the uterus, partially separate from the uterine wall.
- Abnormal yolk sac. The yolk sac is the earliest fetal structure that forms in the gestational sac within the uterus during pregnancy. Having a yolk sac that is too large or too small has been associated with pregnancy loss.
- Small crown-rump length. Between six and eight weeks of gestation, the crown-rump length is the measurement of the entire length of the embryo. Smaller than expected fetuses at this gestational age may mean there is a concern for miscarriage.
- Low fetal heart rate. In general, a low fetal heart rate is considered to be fewer than 100-120 beats per minute. This condition is also known as fetal bradycardia.
Feb 15, 2021 · Ultrasound screening in pregnancy can detect major congenital abnormalities in 2–3% of fetuses. Screening provides the opportunity for a diagnosis to be made prior to birth, for further investigations and monitoring to be offered, and for prognosis to be discussed.
May 20, 2024 · a mid-pregnancy scan (also known as a fetal anomaly scan) between 18 and 21 weeks. You might also be offered a nuchal translucency scan (NT) at your early pregnancy scan to find out how likely it is your baby may have either Down’s syndrome, Edwards’ syndrome or Patau’s syndrome.
You'll be offered two ultrasound scans during the course of your pregnancy – an early pregnancy dating scan and a mid-pregnancy anomaly scan. Ultrasounds are carried out in hospital by specially trained health professionals. They are a safe, pain-free way to check that your baby is developing well.
- Jenny Leach
An abnormality of the uterus may mean you have fertility problems. Once you’re pregnant you may need extra care to give birth to your baby safely. Find out why.
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It usually takes place between 18 and 21 weeks of pregnancy. It's sometimes called the anomaly scan or mid-pregnancy scan. This scan checks for 11 physical conditions in your baby. You may be offered more than 2 scans, depending on your health and the pregnancy.
