Curriculum of Obstetrics
TOPIC 52
ULTRASOUND IN OBSTETRICS
RATIONALE
Since the first obstetrical application of ultrasound in 1958, ultrasonic evaluation of the pregnant uterus has become indispensable. Now most authorities advise routine prenatal sonographic scanning of all pregnant women. Accordingly, the knowledge and skills of graduates should be updated so that they know the different indications, types, technique, value, and safety of ultrasound in obstetrics.
GOAL
To know the indications, types, technique, value, and safety of ultrasound in obstetrics
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course, the student will be able to:
l List the different indications for ultrasound in obstetrics
l Recognize the technique of the different types of ultrasound in obstetrics
l Recognize the safety of ultrasound in obstetrics
l Describe the value of ultrasound in early, mid, and late pregnancy
CONTENT
l Indications for ultrasound in obstetrics
l Technique of the different types of ultrasound in obstetrics
l Safety of ultrasound in obstetrics
l Value of ultrasound in early, mid, and late pregnancy
