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Posted by Specialist Doctor I Vu Thi Hanh - Radiologist - Radiology Department - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital
Fetal lung ultrasound is part of the fetal ultrasound procedure to help doctors observe and evaluate lung and heart diseases of the fetus. Usually fetal lung ultrasound will be conducted from 22 weeks of pregnancy.
1. Purpose of fetal lung ultrasound
Fetal ribs are thick echogenic structures, originating from the spine, and round to form the skeleton of the fetal ribcage. Fetal lungs are visualized through the intercostal space and have a uniform tone.
Therefore, ultrasound helps doctors assess the heart position, heart axis, pleural effusion and other lung lesions... Normally, fetal lung ultrasound usually starts from 22 weeks. onwards.
2. Steps to perform fetal lung ultrasound
A basic ultrasound usually takes about 15-20 minutes. For detailed examinations, measuring lengths of organs, screening for fetal abnormalities, etc., the doctor may use more sophisticated equipment and take about 30 minutes or more to complete the work. supersonic.
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In general, the fetal lung ultrasound procedure is part of the fetal ultrasound procedure, which will include the following steps:
The pregnant mother will lie on a soft bed and pull up her shirt to reveal her abdomen. The doctor will apply a thin gel to the abdomen. This is an ultrasonic wave conductor that eliminates air bubbles between the ultrasound machine's transducer and the body, so that the ultrasound waves are better transmitted to give the most accurate results. The computer will translate the sound results into images on the screen and you will be able to see the fetus clearly. Tissue or bone will appear as light or gray areas and amniotic fluid will appear in dark areas. The doctor will assess for the absence of a tumor (eg, cervical lymph node), normal chest and lung shape and size, and functioning heart (4 chambers in normal heart position, aortic and pulmonary outlet chambers). . There is no diaphragmatic hernia.
3. Notes before and after fetal lung ultrasound
Within 12 hours before performing a pregnancy ultrasound, pregnant women should fast and absolutely do not use stimulants such as alcohol, smoking, ... carbonated water, fruit juice, etc. ... in order to limit errors in ultrasound results.
To make the ultrasound process convenient, when performing ultrasound, pregnant women should wear loose, comfortable clothes, not tight or tight. Besides, pregnant women should also keep in mind the important fetal ultrasound milestones to detect chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus early, thereby taking timely, effective and safe measures to prevent and treat. whole.
In addition, before going to the ultrasound, pregnant women should also prepare questions and concerns about the pregnancy process and some unusual signs to consult a doctor and get appropriate and satisfactory advice. worth.
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Vinmec International General Hospital system currently uses the most modern generations of color ultrasound machines today in examining and treating patients. In addition, a team of experienced doctors and nurses will greatly assist in the diagnosis and early detection of abnormal signs of the body in order to provide timely treatment.
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