The fetal head. The standard axial fetal brain planes include the biparietal diameter, the transventricular plane and the cerebellar plane (Figures 1–3). Many of the fetal measurements …

Aug 21, 2024 · Head ultrasound has the advantages of: accessibility. mobility, i.e. bedside scanning at the NICU and neonatal ward. requiring no sedation. enabling serial scans, e.g. for …

May 22, 2023 · There are specific indications for using ultrasound in each trimester and assessing both the fetus and the mother by ultrasonography. Based on maternal and fetal risk factors, …

Fetal images demonstrate the methodology for obtaining accurate fetal measurements. Above. Crown rump length at 11 weeks. The first trimester crown rump length (CRL) is the most …

In this expert review we summarize the indications, technique, and clinical role of intrapartum sonographic evaluation of fetal head position and attitude.

Feb 23, 2017 · Assessment of the fetal skull and face is an integral part of the sonographic fetal anatomy examination. Ultrasound (US) is an accurate tool with which to detect craniofacial …

Simplified approach to scanning of fetal skull and cranium scan during routine fetal anomaly scan

Biparietal Diameter and Head Circumference (BPD AND HC): The fetal head measurement must be taken in a cross sectional approach to include the skull, thalamus, cavum septi pellucidi …

Aug 27, 2016 · Standard fetal biometry includes the following measurements: biparietal diameter (BPD), head circumference (HC), abdominal circumference (AC), and femur length (FL). 75 – …

Oct 5, 2018 · If ever in doubt as to whether findings are ‘within normal’, refer for specialized (also known as targeted or detailed) ultrasound ACOG/ SMFM recommends offering invasive …