Foetal Echo
A specialized ultrasound test of the fetus's heart is called Foetal Echo, or Foetal Echocardiography. It aids in evaluating the fetal heart's rhythm, structure, and functionality prior to birth. Early detection of congenital cardiac defects is made possible by this test, allowing for prompt planning and treatment.
Why is Foetal Echo Recommended?
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Increased maternal age
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IVF or high-risk pregnancy
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Suspected fetal arrhythmia
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Abnormal findings on routine ultrasound
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Family history of congenital heart disease
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Mother has diabetes, hypertension, or autoimmune disease
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Exposure to certain medications or infections during pregnancy
What Conditions Can Foetal Echo Detect?
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Congenital heart defects
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Heart function abnormalities
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Abnormal blood flow patterns
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Abnormal heart chambers or valves
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Heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)
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Structural defects like septal defects
How is the Test Performed?
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A gel is applied over the abdomen.
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Detailed images and Doppler studies are taken.
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The mother lies comfortably on the examination table.
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A transducer is moved over the abdomen to visualize the fetal heart.