Functional aspects of ultrasound screening during first trimester of pregnancy: emphasis on preventing bleeding and abortion

Abstract

Ultrasound is the sensitive method for evaluation in early pregnancy.Ultrasounds may be done to confirm pregnancy as well abnormality associated with the pregnancy. More sophisticated and advanced ultrasound procedures are available and gynaecologist can use differently as per the need and aim of the test. Ultrasound is anuseful tool in the diversity of causes of first trimester vaginal bleeding. Ultrasound is helpful in the decision-making tool for the safe continuation of the pregnancy, timely intervention for abnormal pregnancy. Prudent utilization of ultrasonography and a close liaison with the sonologist is necessary. However, it should be remembered that ultrasound is an extension of the pelvic examination and cannot replace obstetric history and clinical examination. This review will present brief knowledge about the role of this sensitive technique in evaluation ofvaginal bleeding associated with first trimester of pregnancy and its usefulness in avoiding a spontaneous abortion.
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