Imaging the reproductive system and pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
Uterus
A
Hollow organ
Fundus, body, neck and os
Supported by ligaments - broad, round, cardinal
2
Q
Ultrasound imaging
A
Non-invasive, no radiation, cheap
Operator dependent
3
Q
Transvaginal ultrasound
A
Endometrial viewing
Myometrium
Ovaries
4
Q
Sonohysterography
A
In depth investigation of uterine cavity
5
Q
Doppler
A
Measures direction and speed of blood
6
Q
Hydrosalpinography
A
Catheter into uterine cavity
Contrast injected
Contrast flows along fallopian tube
X ray image obtained
7
Q
Imagining in pregnancy
A
Done to check babies health
12 week - dating and nuchal thickness
20 week - anomaly check
Check chorionicity in twins
8
Q
What is given if the first scan is abnormal?
A
Fetal maternal scan - detailed scan with additional investigations
