Fetal Growth and Doppler Scan in Hyderabad - Dr. Sravanthi Vadlamudi

What is the Ultrasound Growth and Dopplers Meant For?

A Fetal Growth and Doppler Scan in Hyderabad is meant to assess fetal weight, the fluid around the baby, placental localization, and blood flows to the baby.

What Do We Mean by Fetal Dopplers?

Fetal Dopplers refer to the assessment of the baby’s blood flows. Maternal blood flows to the uterus are assessed by uterine artery Dopplers. Blood flow through the umbilical cord is called umbilical artery blood flow. Blood flow through the baby’s brain is known as middle cerebral artery Dopplers, while blood flow through the tummy is referred to as ductus venosus Dopplers.

What is the Significance of Growth and Dopplers Scan?

The aim of a Fetal Growth and Doppler Scan in Hyderabad is to assess fetal growth disorders and the well-being of the unborn baby. The main fetal measurements taken for a growth scan include:

• Biparietal Diameter (BPD) – Measures across the head
• Head Circumference (HC) – Measures around the head
• Abdominal Circumference (AC) – Measures around the abdomen
• Femur Length (FL) – Measures the length of the thigh bone

An estimate of fetal weight (EFW) is calculated by combining these measurements and plotted on a graph to determine if the fetus is average, larger, or smaller for its gestational age.

• Normal Growth – Growth appropriate for gestational age
• Fetal Growth Restriction – A smaller baby, indicating weaker growth
• Macrosomia – A larger baby than usual

Besides fetal weight, maternal history, symptoms, fluid assessment, and baby’s blood flows help identify babies at risk of adverse outcomes. Depending on these factors, delivery can be appropriately timed.

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