MBBS DGO (Kolkata) FRCOG (London)
Completion Certificate of Specialist Training (CCT-UK)
Diploma in Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound (RCOG/RCR-UK)
Certificate of Special Skills in Maternal Medicine (RCOG-UK)
This is a detailed assessment of the physical structures of the baby at around 18-20 weeks of pregnancy. Special attention is paid to the brain, face, spine, heart, stomach, bowel, kidneys and limbs of the baby.
Checking the position of the placenta.
Checking the growth and water around the baby.
Checking the length of Cervix ( Lower end of uterus) if it is applicable.
The Interpretation
2-4% of the babies may have a physical abnormality visible in ultrasonography. As some of the problems may be minor and may not need a serious intervention, except some monitoring, While a few of the other abnormalities may be serious in nature. Based on the nature of the abnormality, it may be lethal, curable or not curable.
If the placenta is found to be low, a rechecking will be suggested at a later date around 8 months of pregnancy.
Any problems with the growth and water around the baby or the length of the cervix at this stage will be mentioned and a further action plan will be suggested.
The Preparation and After
You may eat normally before.
Usually, we will not need a full bladder for this test.
Based on the findings, you will be reassured if the baby is found to be normal. If any abnormality is found, Parents will receive full counseling concerning the significance of the abnormality and the various options available.
You will be given a printed report within 15 minutes in most cases.
