Unit 9 First Trimester Abnormalities

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Unit 9 First Trimester Abnormalities
OB/GYN Exam Prep

Unit 9 First Trimester Abnormalities

Identify sonographic markers for first trimester pregnancy failure, including anembryonic pregnancy and embryonic demise. Master critical thresholds for mean sac diameter and crown-rump length to differentiate between viable and non-viable gestations. ARDMS, ARRT, and CCI registry exam preparation.

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Anembryonic pregnancy is suspected when the mean sac diameter reaches 25mm without an embryo. Embryonic demise is confirmed if a 7mm crown-rump length lacks cardiac activity on M-mode.

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