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Fetal Echocardiography in Conjunction with Routine Obstetric Examninatons

Barberton Citizens Hospital, Department of Ultrasound, 155 Fifth Street NE, Barberton, OH 44203; School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Aultman Hospital, Canton, Ohio

Cynthia L. Peterson, AAS, RDMS, RT(R)

School of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Aultman Hospital, Canton, Ohio

Michael A. Krew, MD

Department of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Aultman Hospital, Canton, Ohio; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, Rootstown, Ohio.

The purpose and benefits of fetal echocardiography are discussed. Early management in the event of a cardiac abnormality is imperative. Success in conducting fetal echocardiography begins with a complete understanding of cardiac embryoloy and fetal anatomy and physiology. Indications for fetal echocaidiography include maternal, familial, and 'fetal risk factors. An explanation of general scantning methods and routine echocardiographic views enables the sonographer to perform fetal echocardiography during routine obstetric examinations.

Key Words: fetal echocardiography • atrioventricular • congenital heart disease • M-mode echocardiography • four-chamber view

Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Vol. 10, No. 2, 74-82 (1994)
DOI: 10.1177/875647939401000202


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