MRI for the detection of foetal abnormalities
Mundy L, Hiller J, Braunack-Mayer A, Merlin T
Record ID 32007000182
English
Authors' recommendations:
In conclusion, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) appears to be a useful adjunctive tool, in combination with ultrasound, for the diagnosis of some foetal abnormalities. Ultrasound remains the gold standard in the screening of pregnant women. In cases of equivocal ultrasound diagnosis, MRI may provide additional information which may alter the clinical management of the pregnancy. A confirmatory ultrasound in addition to the referral ultrasound, conducted by the same institution where the MRI is to be conducted, may be beneficial. MRI scans for foetal abnormalities should only be conducted in tertiary centres where parents may access the appropriate level of counselling.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2007
URL for published report:
Not Available
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
Australia
MeSH Terms
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Fetal Diseases
- Fetus
- Prenatal Diagnosis
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Organisation Name:
Adelaide Health Technology Assessment
Contact Address:
School of Public Health, Mail Drop 545, University of Adelaide, Adelaide SA 5005, AUSTRALIA, Tel: +61 8 8313 4617
Contact Name:
ahta@adelaide.edu.au
Contact Email:
ahta@adelaide.edu.au
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