Fetal Echocardiography Indications and Lack of Association between Abnormal Exams and Advanced Maternal Age: A Cross-Sectional Study - Fetal Abnormal Echocardiography
Abstract:Objective To analyze the most frequent referrals for fetal echocardiography, including advanced maternal age and its association with abnormal results.
Methods We included all pregnant women referred to perform fetal echocardiography (gestational age 22–32 weeks) in 2 health centers in Rio de Janeiro, from June 2015 to June 2016. Advanced maternal age was considered when age was > 35 years at the time of delivery). Referral reasons and results were recorded, according to the Brazilian Fetal Cardio… Show more
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