4D Ultrasonography

Ultrasound scans during pregnancy are a very common part of prenatal care. This is because ultrasound scans are completely painless, have no known side effects on mothers or babies, and can be performed at any stage of pregnancy.

There are various ultrasound scanning techniques in pregnancy ultrasound. The standard ultrasound scan is a 2-dimensional ultrasound scan. However, in the 4D baby scan, sound waves  It is sent from different angles and the returning echoes are processed by a powerful computer program to obtain a 3D volumetric image of the baby's surface and/or internal organs. During an ultrasound scan, the sonographer holds a small apparatus, or probe, over the skin. This probe produces sound waves, or vibrations, that travel through tissues. Some sound waves are reflected back to the transducer, and the computer converts the returning sound waves  analyzes and produces the image on the screen. Ships  It's the same principle as the sonar it uses. 

However, its value is limited in organs such as lung, bone, stomach and intestine/colon. 

The clinical use of this technology is an area of intense research activity, particularly in fetal anomaly screening. However, it also strengthens the bond between mother and baby. There are also popular uses. The animated and four-dimensional image of the baby-to-be  It brings indescribable happiness to the mother and father. 4D ultrasound scans are actually 2D ultrasound scans and are processed by computer  It combines 2D information to create a 4D image of the baby. 

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What is the difference between 4D Ultrasound and the Classical Ultrasound Method? 

Thanks to the high image quality of 4D ultrasound technology, all organs and movements of the baby can be viewed simultaneously. 4D ultrasound images more commonly create happiness for the family to see their baby. 4D ultrasound provides families with pleasant moments such as interpreting details such as hands, feet, nose, face and trying to make the baby look like someone during the shooting, as they are curious about who and what their baby looks like most after their health condition. However, just because a 4-dimensional ultrasound examination is performed does not mean that a 2-dimensional ultrasound is unnecessary. Because 2D ultrasounds give the best view of the baby's internal organs, 4D ultrasounds are inadequate at this stage. 4D ultrasound should be considered a complement to 2D ultrasound. 

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Does ultrasonography harm the unborn baby? 

All ultrasound devices used today are manufactured to minimize the potential for harm. And no known side effects of ultrasound performed with these devices have been detected so far. For this reason, we can examine babies with ultrasound with peace of mind, from the moment they settle in the uterus until the moment they are born.  

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What can be detected in pregnancy ultrasound? 

In the earliest period, many findings such as the gestational sac, the baby's heartbeat, the initial state of the baby, which we call the 'fetal node' in the early period, whether the pregnancy is intrauterine or extrauterine (diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy), are around 5-10 weeks old. It can be detected by ultrasound between weeks of pregnancy. 

11-14 weeks of pregnancy. Between weeks, the baby's head, trunk, arms, legs and spine, as well as some special areas such as nuchal thickness and nasal bone, are evaluated.  The nuchal thickness is above a certain value and  Failure to form a nasal bone may be an indication of some problems. In such cases, different examinations may need to be performed on the baby (such as taking a sample from the baby's vascular bed or fluid). 

18-23 weeks of pregnancy. Between weeks; The baby's organ systems are almost fully formed and the baby size is ideal for examining. Therefore, between these weeks (preferably in the 20th-21st weeks) 'detailed ultrasound', 'detailed ultrasound', 'screening ultrasound' or '2. An ultrasound examination, known as 'level ultrasound', is performed. In this examination, the baby's head, spine, face, heart and lungs, abdominal organs, arms, legs, hands and feet are evaluated. In addition, the baby's partner 'placenta' and the amount of fluid are checked. 

In other words, during a 4D ultrasound, a detailed examination of the baby's internal organs is performed.

Placenta and cervical length are evaluated.

Factors such as the baby's anatomy in the womb, whether there is a risk of miscarriage, the risk of premature birth, and the amount of amniotic fluid are examined. 

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 4D ULTRASOUND PREPARATION  

 You don't need to make any preparations for this scan, but we recommend drinking a few extra glasses of water each day for the week before your 4D scan. A full bladder is not necessary. 

Based on our experience, we know that sometimes chocolates, sweets, fresh oranges and even fizzy drinks can help encourage your baby to move; so add some chocolate to your date  in case your baby takes a nap. Feel free to bring it. Caffeine is not recommended before your 4D scan. 

Walking around a bit when you arrive for your appointment may help your baby wake up earlier for the scan.