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Fetal Breathing

Fetal Breathing During a Biophysical Profile There are two common questions we get during a hands-on workshop regarding fetal breathing during a biophysical profile exam. How do you identify fetal breathing? How long do you have to see it? Let’s tackle the first question. In order to evaluate fetal breathing, you will need to image…

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January 13, 2020

IUP with a fibroid

IUP WITH FIBROID Patient arrived for a dating ultrasound. Her gestational age per LMP was 9w1d. The exam began transabdominally. This is an important step. While transvaginally scanning is the gold standard for early first trimester dating, viewing transabdominally first gives you an overall view of the pelvis. This prepares you for the transvaginal approach…

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Confirming IUD Placement

Ultrasound is an excellent tool to confirm the location of an intrauterine device. You can perform this exam after insertion to confirm placement or during the life of the IUD. Common indications for checking placement of an IUD: We always suggest imaging transabdominally first. Image A is an image of an anteflexed uterus with an…

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January 22, 2019

Re-Dating in the First Trimester

EARLY 1ST TRIMESTER ULTRASOUND Identifying and accurately dating a pregnancy early in the first trimester is vital information for appropriate obstetric care throughout pregnancy. A proper EDD is critical in decisions regarding interventions, monitoring fetal growth, and scheduling and interpreting antepartum tests. What do we do if the LMP differs from our ultrasound…