Title: Ultrasound Evaluation in Various First Trimester Abortions
Authors: Dr Sheethal CM, Dr Mangalanandan, Dr K.Sudheer, Dr Geena Benjamin
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v5i4.160
Abstract
Aim: To evaluate sonographic features of complications related to first trimester pregnancy like different types of abortion, by trans abdominal and trans vaginal study.
Methodology: Prospective study conducted in 149 patients referred to the Department of Radiodiagnosis, Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Center, Tiruvalla for antenatal sonography for a period of two years.
Method of Data Collection: Data for the study was collected by pre-prepared case proforma which included detailed clinical history, physical examination findings and USG findings.
Conclusion: The present study confirms the role of ultrasound in early pregnancy and its complications since it gives a definitive diagnosis of early pregnancy and is invaluable in assessing fetal viability.
Keywords: abortion, first trimester, ultrasound.
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