OB Doppler: How, Why and When
Topics
- Indications/applications for performing OB Doppler
- Doppler waveform analysis and diagnostic criteria
- Factors that affect the Doppler assessment
- Doppler measurements; Doppler index, Resistive index, S/D ratio, Pulsatility index, velocity calculations
- Doppler evaluation of the middle cerebral artery, umbilical artery, Ductus venosus, umbilical vein, IVC, hepatic veins
- Doppler evaluation of the pelvic vessels: uterine artery
- Doppler evaluation with multiple gestation
- Doppler evaluation of fetal heart arrhythmias
- Scanning tips and technical pitfalls
Objectives
- State Doppler protocols and criteria for evaluation of IUGR, SGA, and Anomalies in the fetus
- Outline Doppler protocols for evaluation of Twins/Multiples: TOPS vs TAPS
- List technical components for proper Doppler acquisition: Angle of insonation, angle correction, gate size and position
- Analyze Doppler waveforms and apply Doppler Measurements: Doppler index, S/D Ratio, PI, RI, velocity calculations
- Optimize color Doppler and analyze color flow characteristics
- Describe normal and abnormal waveforms of: Ductus venosus, IVC/hepatic veins, middle cerebral artery, umbilical artery, umbilical vein and uterine artery
- State protocols for Doppler evaluation of fetal heart arrhythmias
Date of Original Release: 10/31/2017
This edition valid for credit through: 10/31/2020
Video Length: 00:55:00
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