SONO 243 - Obstetric/Gynecology Sonography II
(TP/SS only)
A continuation of obstetrics/gynecology scanning of normal and abnormal anatomy. Fetal development, including abnormal etiology and diagnostic techniques, is presented. The detection of abnormalities, pathologies, and deviation from normal is stressed. Body planes that must be scanned for an accurate diagnosis will be emphasized. PREREQUISITE(S): SONO 123 or consent of program coordinator. COREQUISITE(S): SONO 264 . Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly MS 213.
3 semester hours
Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:
- Recognize, identify, and appropriately document the sonographic appearance of obstetric abnormalities, disease, pathology, and pathophysiology of the following:
o Placenta
o Congenital/genetic anomalies
o Growth abnormalities
o Amniotic fluid
o Viability
o Multiple gestation
o Fetal monitoring
o Maternal factors
o Postpartum
o Fetal therapy
- Modify scanning protocols based on sonographic findings and differential diagnosis using the following information:
o History and physical examination
o Related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures
o Differential diagnosis
Role of ultrasound in patient management
o Use of three-dimensional obstetric sonography
- Recognize, identify, and appropriately document the abnormal sonographic characteristics in pregnancy for the following:
o Placenta
o Congenital/genetic anomalies
o Growth abnormalities
o Amniotic fluid
o Viability
o Multiple gestation
o Postpartum
- Demonstrate the role of the sonographer in performing obstetrical and gynecological interventional/invasive procedures.
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