Ultrasound imaging

J Perinat Med. 1994;22(6):571-4.

Abstract

Ultrasonographic imaging has achieved a widespread use in neonatal intensive care units for diagnostic and screening purposes. Investigated sites are brain > heart > kidney > abdomen. In preterms < 33 gestational weeks and terms after asphyxia brain imaging has prognostic significance.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Gestational Age
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Infant, Premature
  • Intensive Care, Neonatal*
  • Ultrasonography* / methods