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Did you know that seeing a nuchal cord on a 1st-trimester screening ultrasound can affect the accuracy of the nuchal translucency measurement? A nuchal cord is when the umbilical cord is wrapped around the fetus's neck. When a nuchal cord is present, it is important to measure both above and below the cord to calculate an accurate average of the two measurements. This is crucial in ensuring that the nuchal translucency measurement is as precise as possible for assessing the risk of chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. By taking this extra step in our ultrasound evaluations, we can provide more reliable information to expectant parents and help guide them in making informed decisions regarding their pregnancy. Stay tuned for more academic insights into prenatal screening techniques and best practices! #UltrasoundTech #NuchalCord #PrenatalScreening #AcademicResearch #MedicalEducation

Fetal health classification: Cardiotocography (CTG) is used during pregnancy to monitor fetal heart rate and uterine contractions. It is monitor fetal well-being and allows early detection of fetal distress. CTG interpretation helps in determining if the pregnancy is high or low risk. An abnormal CTG may indicate the need for further investigations and potential intervention. In this project, I will create a model to classify the outcome of Cardiotocogram test to ensure the well being of the fetus. Below is Fetal health classification repository link: https://lnkd.in/dJK4wbhN

"Antepartum Hemorrhage". Antepartum Hemorrhage (APH) is bleeding from the vagina during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. It can be a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. Causes of APH include: 1. Placenta previa (a low-lying placenta that covers the cervix) 2. Placental abruption (separation of the placenta from the uterus) 3. Preterm labor 4. Cervical bleeding 5. Uterine rupture (rare) Symptoms: - Vaginal bleeding (light to heavy) - Abdominal pain or cramping - Contractions - Back pain - Fetal distress Treatment: - Bed rest or hospitalization - Corticosteroids to promote fetal lung maturity - Monitoring of fetal well-being - Blood transfusions if necessary - Emergency cesarean delivery if necessary It's essential to seek immediate medical care if you experience any vaginal bleeding during pregnancy. #Antipartumhemorrhage #Antipartumcare #SobiaKamran

NIPT, or Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing, is a screening test used during pregnancy to detect common chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus, such as Down syndrome. It involves a simple blood test from the pregnant person, which analyzes fragments of fetal DNA circulating in the bloodstream. NIPT is non-invasive and carries minimal risk compared to invasive procedures like amniocentesis. It provides valuable information to expectant parents and their healthcare providers, allowing for early detection of chromosomal abnormalities and informed decision-making regarding pregnancy management. #MyGene #NIPT #prenatal_screening

***ISUOG updated their Practice Guidelines for first trimester scans about a year ago- thanks to ultrasound technology we are able to diagnose earlier and provide patients answers sooner with more confidence. The first trimester is only going to continue to become more important.*** The 10th to 14th weeks of gestation present a unique opportunity to learn about the health of a pregnancy. Advances in ultrasound technology and maternal blood analysis have allowed for first trimester evaluation for serious fetal anomalies and more accurate screening for chromosomal conditions. The complimentary technology of cell free DNA and Voluson ultrasound systems can help deliver proven, clinically relevant information on Down syndrome, trisomy 18 and trisomy 13 (the “common” trisomies). allowing clinicians and patients to have clear answers sooner. #ultrasound #voluson #obgyn #mfm #firsttrimester

The findings suggest that clinic and home blood pressure readings are largely comparable in normotensive higher-risk pregnancies from 20 to 40 weeks of gestation, and can be considered equal for monitoring purposes. This information is valuable for healthcare providers and pregnant individuals, as it supports the use of home monitoring as a reliable tool for managing hypertension risks during pregnancy. #MaternalHealth #BloodPressureMonitoring #GestationalHypertension https://lnkd.in/efT9ZfGE

Rh imcompatibilty occurs when a Rh negative mother is pregnant with a Rh positive fetus (inherited from the father). Join upcoming #Natera webinar to learn more about Fetal RhD NIPT! What we will cover: 🤰 Review historical methods for, and importance of, determining Rh factor status during pregnancy 📊 Introduce new data from the largest clinical validation study for fetal RhD to date in the US, with 650+ Rh negative pregnant people and confirmation by serology on all newborns 🔬 Discuss how fetal RhD NIPT adds to current management of pregnant people who are Rh negative Register today👉 https://ow.ly/EZYB50TytUT

AJOG Expert Review: The role of point-of-care ultrasound to monitor response of fluid replacement therapy in pregnancy - B-lines on lung ultrasound The red asterisk denotes the echogenic horizontal line on top, representing the pleura. The white arrows denote the B-lines originating from the pleura, representing mild pulmonary edema in a patient with preeclampsia requiring oxygen. The chest x-ray was normal. The red arrows denote the ribs with acoustic shadowing. https://ow.ly/ZgCe50UizsC

Understanding Fetal Biliary Sludge Fetal cholelithiasis and/or sludge in the gallbladder is an uncommon sonographic finding, with incidence rates ranging from 0.07% to 1.15%, characterized by echogenic material that may or may not produce shadowing. The likelihood of this occurrence is most prevalent in the third trimester of pregnancy. In most cases, fetal gallstones/sludge undergo spontaneous resolution within weeks or months after birth. Most investigators believe that the presence of fetal cholelithiasis or sludge does not alter fetal prognosis or obstetrical management. The finding of an echogenic mass in the abdominal region of the fetal gallbladder should prompt the sonographer to consider sludge and/or gallstones, albeit uncommon, as a possible explanation. #FetalHealth #BiliarySludge #PrenatalUltrasound #MaternalFetalMedicine #Obstetrics #HealthcareCollaboration #GEVoluson GE HealthCare Voluson Ultrasound