Ultrasound examination has ranked #1 choice of exam for many diagnosis probably due to it's none invasiveness, detail and safety when compared to other forms of medical imaging. Little wonder it's largely employed in antenatal care.
The reportage of obstetrics exam has emphasis on many things but less is said of the importance of fetal position, most times when fetal position is indicated it's usually not detailed enough to help surgical decisions.
During pregnancy, the developing baby moves into several different positions. As labor approaches, some positions are safer than others.
According to medical news today, The ideal position for a fetus just before labor is the anterior position. In this position, the fetus's head points toward the ground and they are facing the woman's back.
Most fetuses settle into this position by the last month of pregnancy. The anterior position is also known as a vertex, cephalic, or occiput anterior position.
The anterior position may reduce the chances of complications during pregnancy.
The fetal position is extremely important where CS is indicated, the surgeon will love you for it. This article is to raise awareness and to place importance of fetal position when reporting obstetrics ultrasound examination.
Wow this is Interesting
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