The relationship between placental histology and cervical ultrasonography in women at risk for pregnancy loss and spontaneous preterm birth

Article Abstract:

A shortening of the cervix before a pregnant woman's due date may be a sign of placental inflammation. This could explain why premature shortening of the cervix is associated with premature birth.

Physiological aspects, Cervix uteri, Premature birth, Placental diseases, Placenta diseases

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Indication-specific accuracy of second-trimester genetic ultrasonography for the detection of trisomy 21

Article Abstract:

Genetic ultrasound scans are 80%to 100% accurate in detecting Down's syndrome prenatally. During these scans, doctors look for anatomic signs of trisomy 21, such as facial and hand abnormalities, short arm and leg bones, a thick neck, and other signs.

Abnormalities, Diagnosis, Fetus, Down syndrome

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