Role of USG in Prenatal Diagnosis of Congenital Anomalies.

Abstract

Background: A congenital anomaly is an abnormality of structure, function or body metabolism that is present at birth and results in physical or mental disability, or is fatal. Material and Methods: The patients, who underwent regular obstetrics ultrasound from, were recruited. Data of Antenatal ultrasounds was statistically analyzed on structured data collection form to determine the prevalence of congenital anomaly in 2nd trimester. Results: We diagnosed 52 cases of fetal anomalies. The antenatal prevalence of congenital anomalies was 26 per 1000. We had 28 cases of neural tube defects, 8 of musculo-skeletal, 06 of genitourinary, 05 of miscellaneous, 03 of gastro-intestinal, none from cardiovascular system and facial defects. Conclusion: The prevalence of major congenital anomalies in our population appears to be similar to international figures AS 2.97%.

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Deepika Meena

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Deepika Meena (2017). Role of USG in Prenatal Diagnosis of Congenital Anomalies.. International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR), 2(4), 134-136. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-506826