The Normal and Pathological Fetal Brain : Ultrasonographic Features / by Jean-Philippe Bault, Laurence Loeuillet.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bault, Jean-Philippe, Author.

Loeuillet, Laurence, Author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Ultrasonics.

Midwifery.

Pathology.

Local Subjects:

Ultrasonics.

Midwifery.

Pathology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (316 p.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2015.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2015.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This book provides assistance in preparing for and conducting screening or diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the fetal brain in all stages of pregnancy. Readers are provided with: abundantly illustrated descriptions of studies conducted on normal brain structures using all conventional and 3D/4D ultrasound techniques; a detailed description of the main structures of the brain; photographs of fetal pathology specimens that may be used to compare the results of imaging techniques with the anatomical reality; and practical advice and technical tips. The second part of this book presents a clear and informative overview of fetal brain pathologies, combining a wealth of detailed images and precise descriptions.

Contents:

First Part: The Normal Brain

Brief Review of Embryology

Ultrasound Images of the Normal Brain

Detailed Study of Certain Brain Structures

Brain Biometrics

Tips And Traps: Choosing the Right Route of Approach, Transvaginal Approach, Moving the Fetus, 3D Ultrasound

Second Part: The Pathological Brain

First Trimester Pathologies

Second and Third Trimester Pathologies

Third Part: Biometric Tables

Conclusion.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

3-319-19971-4