Obstetric and Gynecology

Obstetric and Gynecology

Specific ultrasonographic examinations are performed between the 11th -14th and 18th and 23rd weeks of the pregnancy. 11th-14th weeks USG: Gestational age is confirmed, risk evaluation for chromosomal abnormalities especially for Down Syndrome is performed. Risk calculation includes;

Maternal age, intrauterine level of two hormone levels, measurement of nukal translucency by ultrasonography, determination of nasal bone, evaluation of the flow through heart valves of the baby (tricuspid valve) and ducts vinous flow. The results of this risk calculation, our patients are informed about its meaning by face to face information and various advanced tests (CVS, amniosynthesis) which will possibly performed.

18th and 23rd weeks detailed USG: Structural detailed examination of the intrauterine baby is aimed. If there is premature birth risk (prior preterm deliveries, multiple pregnancy, previous uterus and/or cervix surgery), trans vaginal cervical length measurement is necessary. Also in order to determine the fetal wellness in the later weeks of pregnancy; fetal development and growth, fetal weight, amnion fluid amount, fetal movements, evaluation of fetal respiration movements, doppler flow studies should be performed. CVS (Chorionic villous sampling) at 11th and 13th weeks and amniosynthesis after 15th months are performed for high risk detected patients in terms of chromosomal abnormalities. Cord synthesis (taking blood sample from cord) process is performed in necessary situations in the later weeks of pregnancy.

Obstetric and Gynecology

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