What is fetal Doppler ultrasound?
Fetal Doppler ultrasound is a special type of ultrasound examination that assesses blood flow in the umbilical cord, placenta and fetal blood vessels. This method makes it possible to assess whether the fetus is receiving enough oxygen and nutrients.
Radiologist Lana Ezieshvili performs fetal Doppler ultrasound with modern equipment and provides an accurate assessment of blood flow.
What does Doppler ultrasound assess?
- blood flow in the umbilical artery;
- the blood supply of the placenta;
- the indices of the fetal middle cerebral artery;
- the condition of the uterine arteries;
- the function of the fetal heart.
When is the examination prescribed?
Doppler ultrasound is especially important when:
- there is a suspicion of fetal growth restriction;
- the mother has hypertension or pre-eclampsia;
- the pregnancy is high-risk;
- the volume of amniotic fluid has changed;
- additional monitoring of the fetal condition is needed.
In such cases Lana Ezieshvili assesses blood flow in detail and helps the obstetrician-gynecologist to manage the pregnancy.
Is the examination safe?
Doppler ultrasound is completely safe for both the mother and the fetus — it uses no radiation and can be repeated as needed. The procedure is painless and is carried out like a routine ultrasound. The timing of the examination will be agreed with you individually by radiologist Lana Ezieshvili.
Why choose Lana Ezieshvili?
The correct interpretation of Doppler ultrasound requires experience. Lana Ezieshvili provides an accurate assessment and gives the expectant mother reliable information about the condition of the fetus.
Conclusion
Fetal Doppler ultrasound is an important method of assessing fetal well-being, especially during a high-risk pregnancy. A timely examination makes it possible to prevent complications. Book a visit with Lana Ezieshvili.