Ultrasound evaluation of the fetal heart: is it possible?

نویسندگان

  • L A Izquierdo
  • A W Helfgott
  • G Holmes
چکیده

Ultrasound evaluation of the fetal heart can be performed. Knowledge of the embryology, anatomy, and function of the heart have led us to understand the pathophysiology of congenital heart disease. In this review we discuss the indications as well as some basic principles of fetal echocardiography.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Comprehensive therapy

دوره 25 4  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 1999