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Am J Perinatol 1996; 13(7): 395-397
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-994377
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© 1996 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Transumbilical Use of the Endovaginal Probe

M. Cathleen McCoy1 , William J. Watson2 , Nancy C. Chescheir1 , Sarah Zerfas2
  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
  • 2Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ltd., Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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04. März 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

The endovaginal probe can be used in the umbilicus to improve fetal imaging. In 27 of 31 patients, an optimal ultrasound examination was achieved because of this added technique. The procedure is most useful in obese women and those with prior abdominal surgery.

Keywords

Transumbilical - ultrasound - endovaginal probe