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What Are the Limitations of Fetal Structural Scans?

Approximately 70 - 80% of major congenital defects can be identified through Fetal Structural Scan

Though congenital defects are not always detected during routine scans, approximately 70 - 80% of major congenital defects can be identified.

Accurate detection of abnormalities can depend on various factors, including:

  • Severity and nature of the abnormality
  • Optimal fetal position when scanning
  • State of the woman’s lower abdomen, including thickness of skin and scarring from previous surgeries
  • Quality of the ultrasound machine
  • Experience level of medical personnel conducting the scan

Are fetal structural scans safe?

Yes. To date, there is no scientific evidence to show that in-utero exposure of antenatal ultrasound is associated with biological defects.

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