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3D ultrasound scan will provide convincing
images and diagnosis of certain fetal abnormalities which will
be appreciated by the patient. These fetal abnormalities
include the abnormalities: |
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- on fetal
face, such as cleft lips, low set ears and facial defects, |
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- in the spine
and feet, such as polydactyly, club feet, spina bifida
and anencephaly, and |
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- in the
heart, such as congenital heart defects |
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3D scan also increases the psychological bonding between the parents and
their unborn baby. During the scan, parents will see and
witness many facial expressions show by the baby such as
sucking thumbs, yawning and mouth opening. |
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Reasons why 3D images cannot be obtained |
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There are times when 3D ultrasound image
cannot be obtained despite a few attempts. In order to obtain
a good ultrasound image of the baby's face, the following
criteria must be met:
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1) adequate
amniotic fluid surround the baby's face, |
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2) baby's
facing upwards, and |
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3) movement
of baby is minimal. |
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When this criteria are not met, the doctor
will advise you to come on the other day to repeat the scan. |
