Fetal echocardiography / fetal echocardiogram is done by Pediatric Cardiologist to detect and diagnose cardiac conditions in the fetus.
Prior Appointment Mandatory
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Description
The Ultrasonography (USG) Fetal Echocardiography test is an
imaging procedure which is used to create an image of the heart and the
internal structures of the fetus inside the womb. It helps detect structural or
functional disorders associated with an unborn child’s heart. test can be
carried out after 18 weeks of conception the second trimester (around 18 to 24
weeks of pregnancy) in majority of pregnancies
Importance of Fetal echocardiography
To assess the development and
functioning of the fetal heart
To check for congenital
malformations (birth defects) if a previous USG indicates one
To assess the risk of development
of heart conditions if a sibling has already been diagnosed with a heart
disease
To assess the risk of damage to
the fetal heart if the mother consumes alcohol, smokes, or takes certain
prescription drugs during pregnancy
To assess the risk of development
of heart disorders if the mother is affected by diseases like rubella, Type 1
diabetes, etc.
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