Seek medical treatment and care for the health of the fetus. A piece of news sparked heated discussions, "a baby girl with normal prenatal examination was born without a right arm", which was tear-jerking and grief-rich, especially causing worries and thoughts for expectant mothers. Every baby in life is the focus of expectation, and the importance of preventing and detecting fetal malformations is self-evident. Prenatal screening and ultrasound deformity elimination are all for the health of the fetus. Let's take a look at ***, which prenatal check-up can avoid giving birth to a malformed baby?
Early pregnancy testing focuses on a combination of fetal ultrasound and maternal blood tests. Among them, NT ultrasonography is a key part of the process, which detects the presence of chromosomal abnormalities or heart defects by looking at the area at the back of the baby's neck. The two pregnant mother serum tests can measure the protein level in the blood of the pregnant woman to help determine the risk of chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. These tests are not diagnostic, and abnormal results do not necessarily mean that there will be problems with the fetus, and there is usually an error rate of about 5%.
For early pregnancy screening, pregnant mothers who receive abnormal results need to undergo further tests such as chorionic villus sampling and amniocentesis to determine whether the fetus has genetic diseases and other issues. Chorionic villus sampling CVS is usually performed between 10 and 13 weeks of pregnancy and is used to diagnose diseases such as chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus. Amniocentesis is performed after 15 weeks of pregnancy to detect chromosomal disorders and open neural tube defects.
Second-trimester deformity testing is usually performed at 15 to 20 weeks' gestation and consists mainly of maternal serum screening and a comprehensive ultrasound evaluation of the baby. Maternal serum screening is a test of a pregnant woman's blood to assess the risk of genetic diseases and birth defects in the fetus. Infant ultrasonography, on the other hand, focuses on checking the development of the fetus and looking for structural abnormalities.
For infant ultrasound, there are a variety of options, including 2D color ultrasound, 3D color ultrasound, and 4D color ultrasound. These technologies allow doctors to observe the development of the fetus more clearly, especially the four-dimensional color ultrasound can more accurately display the dynamic image of the fetus, helping doctors and parents to better understand the physical condition of the fetus.
In addition to the basic deformity removal program, pregnant mothers can also choose to carry out genetic testing, control dietary habits and other measures to reduce the risk of congenital diseases of the baby. For parents undergoing IVF, genetic testing is more necessary before embryo transfer to ensure the health of the embryo. In addition, vitamin supplementation when trying to get pregnant, avoiding bad habits such as alcohol and smoking are also important means to prevent fetal malformations.
In the examination of deformities, despite the continuous advancement of technology, there are still some congenital defects that are difficult to detect during pregnancy. In the face of these situations, trust and cooperation between the family and the doctor are crucial. Through regular prenatal check-ups and comprehensive preventive measures, we can minimize the risk of birth defects and welcome a healthy and happy life.
Deformity examination, as an important part of pregnancy health care, is essential for the healthy development of the baby. Meticulous examination items and advanced medical technology provide a reliable guarantee for the health of the fetus. In the face of possible risks and uncertainties, pregnant mothers need to maintain an optimistic and positive attitude, firmly believe in the power of science and technology, and look forward to the arrival of a healthy baby with the support of doctors and family members. Let us cherish life together and guard the growth of every newborn with love and care, so that they can thrive and fly.