The First Trimester Scan

Course Duration : 4 months
Lecture Hours : 10 hours
Image Submission modules
Case Discussions

INR 35,400 (inclusive of taxes)

In the field of fetal scanning, the NT (Nuchal Translucency) scan is emerging to be one of the most critical scans in screening for fetal chromosomal anomalies and early detection of fetal structural anomalies.

A delegate will be able to understand the detailed anatomy of the fetus and diagnose major threatening fetal anomalies early in pregnancy and not only learning to measure the CRL (Crown-rump length) and NT (Nuchal Translucency) correctly as per the FMF (Fetal Medicine Foundation) guidelines.

To understand the presentation of various anomalies and their management in the first trimester, video demonstrations and discussions of normal and abnormal fetal ultrasound cases will be made available.

The ability to submit CRL and NT images online at regular intervals for review and objective feedback by the specialists is the unique feature of this ultrasound training program. Delegates are required to obtain 50 good images for NT and CRL views each. Image submission and review process will be continued until this goal is achieved.

This is an intensive interactive online ultrasound training program designed to enhance your skills in performing the first trimester scan. This blended training program is conducted by FMF(UK) trained and accredited fetal medicine specialists who will also provide continual guidance for the duration of the program. This program is designed in such a way that there is no interruption in the regular practice for imaging specialists. Many international professional bodies including the International Society of Prenatal Diagnosis (ISPD) recommend that all pregnant mothers must be offered this option of first trimester screening and diagnosis.

This course can be attended by:

PNDT Certified Doctors
Obstetricians
Fetal medicine specialists
Radiologists, Sonologists

1. Practising sonologist performing at least 5 first trimester NT scans every week.
2. For sonologists practicing in India, prior PNDT machine registration is compulsory.
3. FGi online course 'First Step' should be completed.

Training covers:

• The Early pregnancy scan
• The NT Scan- When and what to do?
• Measuring the Crown Rump Length
• Techniques to assess the NT
• Serum biochemistry
• ISPD Position Statement 2013
• First trimester Doppler Scan
• Management of increased nuchal translucency
• Diagnosis of Multiple pregnancies in First Trimester
• Fetal Anomaly Scan at 11-13+6 weeks• Detection of Structural Anomalies at the 11-13+6 weeks scan

At the end of the session delegates will have detailed knowledge on the following anomalies detectable in First Trimester:
Anomalies detectable with 100 % certainty:"THE ALWAYS DETECTABLE 9" Acrania, Encephalocele, Alobar Holoprosencephaly, Iniencephaly, Exomphalos, Gastroschisis, Limb Reduction, Megacystis, Body Stalk Anomaly Potentially Detectable Hydrocephalus, Sirenomelia, Lethal Dysplasia, Kyphoscoliosis, Spina Bifida First Trimester

Markers For Chromosomal Anomalies:
Increased NT, Hydrops Fetalis, Absent Nasal Bone, Abnormal Ductus Venosus Flow, Tricuspid Regurgitation Chromosomal Anomalies Trisomy 13, Trisomy 18, Trisomy 21, Turners Syndrome, Triploidy CardiacDefects that may be detectable in the first trimester:AVSD, HLHS

To participate in self-study courses, students need the following

Computer with either Windows 7 (recommended), Windows Vista, Windows XP or Mac OS
High-speed Internet connection
Audio headset with microphone
The following software installed:

Microsoft Internet Explorer™ version 7 or higher, Firefox™ version 3.0 or higher, or Safari™ 4 or higher

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