Obstetrics
Nuchal Translucency
Measurement of fetal nuchal translucency is an optional ultrasound you may have been offered. The nuchal translucency is a measurement of the back of the
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Obstetrics
First Trimester Screening And Cell-free Fetal DNA
Identifying pregnancies at risk for chromosomal abnormalities is an extremely important aspect of prenatal care. Typically chromosomal analysis is done for Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome),
Procedures
Endometrial Biopsy
An endometrial biopsy is probably the most common procedure I perform in the office. This type of biopsy is performed to remove a very small
LEEP
A LEEP procedure (loop electrosurgical excision procedure) is usually performed for a patient with cervical abnormality, confirmed by a pap smear or colposcopy, showing a
Procedures
Nova-Sure
The Nova-sure procedure is a highly effective treatment for patients with heavy menstrual cycles. This procedure is to be used only for patients who do
Obstetrics
Intra-Cardiac Echogenic Foci
This abnormality, abbreviated as EIF, is one of the more common findings seen on a 20 week anatomy scan. (One of my children had this!).
Obstetrics
Fetal Hydronephrosis
One of the more common fetal anomalies I encounter is enlargement of the baby’s kidneys. This is called fetal hydronephrosis. (Hydro—water and “nephro” meaning kidney).
Obstetrics
Magnesium Sulfate
Magnesium sulfate is a drug commonly used in obstetrics as an agent to stop contractions for patients who have pre-term labor (a “tocolytic” drug) and
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