ultrasound pregnancy

Question 1

When is a nuchal scan performed during pregnancy?

Answer 1

A nuchal scan is performed at 11-13 weeks.

Question 2

What are the causes of increased nuchal translucency?

Answer 2

Causes of increased nuchal translucency include Down’s syndrome, congenital heart defects, and abdominal wall defects.

Question 3

What are the causes of hyperechogenic bowel seen on ultrasound during pregnancy?

Answer 3

Causes of hyperechogenic bowel include cystic fibrosis, Down’s syndrome, and cytomegalovirus infection.