Ultrasound of Congenital Fetal Anomalies: Differential Diagnosis and Prognostic Indicators

This extensively illustrated book guides readers through the use of ultrasound–including modern 3D images–to detect and identify birth defects in utero. Up-to-date advice is offered on the differential diagnosis of a wide range of fetal abnormalities. Throughout the book, ultrasound images are matched with actual birth pictures or abortus specimens. Each anomaly is discussed in a standardized, easy-to-follow format that covers characteristic features, pathogenesis and etiology, differential diagnosis, prognosis, and management.

Contents:

• Anatomic survey of the fetus and its relationship to gestational age
• Central and peripheral nervous system anomalies
• Craniofacial and neck anomalies
• Cystic hygroma and non-immune hydrops fetalis
• Congenital heart disease
• Thoracic anomalies
• Anomalies of the gastrointestinal tract and abdominal wall
• Urinary tract anomalies
• Skeletal dysplasias and muscular anomalies: a diagnostic algorithm
• Chromosomal and non-chromosomal syndromes