Imaging during pregnancy: What the radiologist needs to know - 23/09/21
Highlights |
• | Imaging of the pregnant woman is challenging due to safety considerations for both mother and fetus. |
• | All available imaging modalities may be used for the evaluation of the pregnant woman providing the medical necessity of the examination. |
• | Knowledge of current imaging recommendations for the pregnant population may help both clinicians and radiologists select the most appropriate modality to image the expectant mother with respect to fetal safety. |
Abstract |
During the last decades, there has been a growing demand for medical imaging in gravid women. Imaging of the pregnant woman is challenging as it involves both the mother and the fetus and, consequently, several medical, ethical, or legal considerations are likely to be raised. Theoretically, all currently available imaging modalities may be used for the evaluation of the pregnant woman; however, in practice, confusion regarding the safety of the fetus often results in unnecessary avoidance of useful diagnostic tests, especially those involving ionizing radiation. This review article is focused on the current safety guidelines and considerations regarding the use of different imaging modalities in the pregnant population; also presented is an imaging work-up for the most common medical conditions of pregnant women, with emphasis on fetal and maternal safety.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Pregnancy, Fetus, Prenatal care, Radiation, Magnetic resonance imaging
Plan
Vol 102 - N° 10
P. 593-603 - octobre 2021 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.