Step by Step Ultrasound in Obstetrics

1. Introduction, 1.1 Filling up of forms, 1.2 Relevant history, 1.3 Preparation and positioning of patient, 1.4 Machine and transducers, 1.5 Reporting, 2. Training, 2.1 Theoretical aspects, 2.2 Training parameters, 2.3 Suggested training schedule, 2.4 Prerequisite criteria for a trained ultrasonologist, 2.5 Mandatory proposed certification for an ultrasonologist (Obs. and Gyn.), 3. First Trimester, 3.1 Indications, 3.2 Normal first trimester embryonic/fetal evaluation, 3.3 Normal parameter evaluation in the first trimester, 3.4 Abnormal intrauterine pregnancy, 3.5 Impending early pregnancy failure, 3.6 Ectopic gestation, 3.7 Extra-fetal evaluation, 4. Third Trimester, 4.1 Indications, 4.2 Fetal evaluation, 4.3 Extra-fetal evaluation, 4.4 Placental checklist, 4.5 Amniotic fluid assessment, 4.6 Causes of oligohydramnios, 4.7 Causes of polyhydramnios, 4.8 Fetal growth, 4.9 Fetal surveillance or fetal wellbeing, 4.10 Biophysical profile, 4.11 Evaluation by biophysical profile, 4.12 Interpretation of biophysical profile, 4.13 Serial evaluation, 4.14 Color Doppler, 4.15 Indications for color Doppler, 4.16 Interpretation of the waveforms, 4.17 Indications of delivery, 4.18 Mode of delivery, 4.19 Abnormal third trimester, 4.20 Checklist, 4.21 Dilemmas.