Sonography News

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  Early Labor Ultrasound Predicts Birth Complications in BabiesJune 9, 2025
  An early heart ultrasound during labor may hold valuable insights into predicting birth complications in babies, as suggested by a recent study published in the British Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. The research, led by Professor Tullio Ghi from the Catholic University of Sacred Heart in Rome, highlights the potential of… Read more: Early Labor Ultrasound Predicts Birth Complications in Babies
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  Ultrasound’s Role in Microcephaly Diagnosis: Beyond Head CircumferenceJune 9, 2025
  Ultrasound imaging plays a crucial role in prenatal care, allowing healthcare providers to monitor fetal growth and development. In a recent case, ultrasound scans raised concerns about microcephaly despite a seemingly normal head circumference at birth. This anomaly highlights the complexity of diagnosing conditions like microcephaly, where additional measurements such as… Read more: Ultrasound’s Role in Microcephaly Diagnosis: Beyond Head Circumference
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  Chinese Researchers Develop Accurate Gestational Age Estimation FormulaJune 8, 2025
  In a recent study published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, researchers in China have introduced a new method for estimating gestational age (GA) using fetal crown-rump length (CRL) during weeks 11-14 of pregnancy. This population-based multicenter cohort study aimed to develop a more accurate formula for GA estimation based on CRL… Read more: Chinese Researchers Develop Accurate Gestational Age Estimation Formula
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  Challenges of Diagnosing and Treating Ovarian Yolk Sac TumorsJune 8, 2025
  A rare case of a giant ovarian yolk sac tumor during late pregnancy is reported, shedding light on the challenges and complexities of diagnosing and treating such conditions in pregnant women. Yolk sac tumors are highly malignant germ cell tumors that pose unique challenges in pregnancy due to physiological changes and… Read more: Challenges of Diagnosing and Treating Ovarian Yolk Sac Tumors
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  Study Reveals Potential of Ultrasound in Pancreatic Cancer TreatmentJune 8, 2025
  A recent study published in WFUMB Ultrasound Open explores a novel approach to enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy in individuals with inoperable pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), a particularly challenging form of pancreatic cancer. Aquasonic Aquasonic 100 Ultrasonic Gel, 250ml (8.5 Ounce) Dispenser – Each, 8.45 Fl Ounce | $17.00 Combining chemotherapy… Read more: Study Reveals Potential of Ultrasound in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment