Umbilical Artery Doppler

Umbilical Artery Doppler Study Umbilical artery Dopplers are monitored for a variety of reasons in MFM.  This is typically a part of a fetal well being assessment.  We use the umbilical artery Doppler in the 2nd and 3rd trimester for growth restriction which helps us to determine placental insufficiency.  According to Radiopeadia, “Umbilical artery Doppler… Read More Umbilical Artery Doppler

Omphalocele vs. Gastroschisis

Omphalocele and Gastroschisis fall under an umbrella of ventral/anterior thoraco-abdominal wall defects that also include bladder extrophy and ectopia cordis. Prenatal ultrasound is essential in the detection of these conditions. Fetal gut herniation is a normal part of intrauterine development. Begins at 6-8 weeks and completes by 10-12 weeks.   The gut elongates or grows… Read More Omphalocele vs. Gastroschisis