Teratogenecity Flashcards
Def of Teratology
- Study of abnormal fetal development
Factors Affecting Teratogenecity
- Genetic predisposition
- Route & duration of exposure to teratogen.
- Developmental stage at time of exposure
Factors Affecting Teratogenecity
- Genetic Predisposition
Both maternal & embryonic.
Factors Affecting Teratogenecity
- route & Duration of exposure to teratogen
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Factors Affecting Teratogenecity
- Developmental stage
Factors affecting access of drug or medication to fetus
Teratogenic Effects of Syphilis
Teratogenic Effects of Rubella
Prenatal Dx of Congenital Anomalies
- Indications
Congenital Fetal Anomalies
- Techniques
Congenital Fetal Anomalies
- Non-Invasive Techniques
Invasive Techniques in Dx of Congenital Fetal Anomalies
Screening for Down Syndrome
Screening for Down Syndrome
- Triple Test
Screening for Down Syndrome
- US
Causes of Abnormal MSAFP
Causes of Increased MSAFP
Causes of Increased MSAFP
- physiological
Underestimation of GA, black women, multifetal pregnancy.
Causes of Increased MSAFP
- pathological
Causes of Decreased MSAFP