2023 Advances in First Trimester Ultrasound Imaging

October 10, 2023October 10, 2023 admin 0 Comments 2023 Advances in First Trimester Ultrasound Imaging, Advances in First Trimester Ultrasound Imaging, edusymp, obstetrics, Obstetrics CME, Radiology

This CME activity is a practical, clinically oriented review of recent advances in first trimester ultrasound. A mix of topics including comprehensive normal fetal anatomy along with abnormalities of major organ systems in the first trimester are included. Updates to the guidelines and indications for imaging in the first trimester are presented along with tips, images, and pitfalls in early gestational ultrasound imaging.

Educational Objectives

At the completion of this CME teaching activity, you should be able to:

Assess normal fetal anatomy in the first trimester.
Explain the indications and national guidelines for first trimester ultrasound.
Optimize scanning parameters and techniques of the first trimester ultrasound examination.
Review major fetal malformations that can be diagnosed in early gestation.
Discuss the use of ultrasound in screening for fetal aneuploidy in the first trimester.

Program

Review of AIUM and ISUOG’s First Trimester Guidelines: How Do They Differ?

Reem S. Abu-Rustum, M.D., FACOG, FACS, FAIUM

Optimizing Your Image in First Trimester Scanning

Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.

Pregnancy Dating & Elements of Pregnancy Failure

Bryann Bromley, M.D.

Expanded Genetic Testing with Cell-Free DNA: What’s an Optimal Approach?

Mary E. Norton, M.D.

Ultrasound in the Diagnosis & Management of Ectopic Pregnancy

Bryann Bromley, M.D.

The Role of First Trimester Ultrasound in the Evaluation of Multiple Pregnancies

Reem S. Abu-Rustum, M.D., FACOG, FACS, FAIUM

Case Presentation 1

Lawrence D. Platt, M.D.

Update on Prenatal Diagnosis: CVS vs Amniocentesis

Mary E. Norton, M.D.

First Trimester Ultrasound: The Fetal Brain