Fetal CT

Childs Nerv Syst. 2003 Aug;19(7-8):415-7. doi: 10.1007/s00381-003-0789-y. Epub 2003 Aug 14.

Abstract

Introduction: Fetal CT is helpful in the diagnosis of bony anomalies, particularly with 3D reconstructions.

Discussion: Because of the potential risks of irradiation, CT should not be performed before 32 weeks' gestation and should be restricted to a carefully selected group of patients.

MeSH terms

  • Central Nervous System Vascular Malformations / diagnostic imaging
  • Facial Bones / abnormalities
  • Female
  • Fetal Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Fetus / abnormalities*
  • Gestational Age
  • Humans
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted*
  • Limb Deformities, Congenital / radiotherapy
  • Phantoms, Imaging
  • Pregnancy
  • Radiography
  • Spinal Cord / diagnostic imaging
  • Time Factors
  • Tomography Scanners, X-Ray Computed*