Ultrasound is a highly informative and safe diagnostic method. Today it is the most accurate diagnostic method for monitoring pregnancy. With its help, you can give an objective, competent assessment of the state of the reproductive system of a pregnant woman, monitor the correct development of the fetus, and identify pathologies (if any).
The technique allows to carry out not only two-dimensional diagnostics, but also three- and even four-dimensional research. With a two-dimensional diagnostic study, a monochrome image is obtained in only two planes. 4D ultrasound provides a color, three-dimensional image, makes it possible to see the movement of the fetus in real time.
The resulting volumetric ultrasound is not just a spectacular, detailed picture. First of all, it is a valuable tool that provides the specialist with additional information during the examination.
4D ultrasound can be performed on the recommendation of a doctor or at the request of the expectant mother. Such a study is usually prescribed for the following pathologies:
- Suspicion of the presence of external malformations in the fetus (underdeveloped limbs, extra fingers, splitting of the upper lip, etc.).
- Serious pathology of the placenta.
- Incorrect development of the spine.
- Incorrect formation of the neural tube, etc.
4D ultrasound is performed for surrogate mothers and pregnant women after IVF. It is also done at a high risk of developing a hereditary disease, the threat of miscarriage and the presence of serious pathologies in the expectant mother, requiring careful monitoring of the dynamics of fetal development.
