Gastrointestinal disorders of the fetus.
The approach to developing a differential diagnosis to an abnormal gastrointestinal ultrasound finding should include consideration of the lesion's location, size, shape, and echogenicity; fetal gender; relationship to and understanding of adjacent structures; and the presence of associated anomalies. Once a differential diagnosis has been established, ancillary testing, such as amniocentesis, maternal serology, or fetal echocardiography should be undertaken to refine further the diagnosis. A multidisciplinary team approach should be taken in the prenatal management of a suspected fetal anomaly. This may include collaboration with specialists in the fields of perinatology, prenatal ultrasound, genetic counseling, neonatology, pediatric surgery, and patient support groups.
Gleason
P F
PF
Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, New York, USA.
Eddleman
K A
KA
Stone
J L
JL
D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004065:Digestive System Abnormalities / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D011379:Prognosis; D016216:Ultrasonography, Prenatal