A procedure in which a fetoscope is introduced into the uterus through a small incision in the abdomen under a local anesthetic. Photographs or video may be taken to directly view the growing baby, and samples of amniotic fluid, fetal cells or blood may be sampled to test for congenital abnormalities or genetic defects.
looking at the fetus in-utero with a fiberoptic device
A prenatal diagnostic technique in which the fetus and the inside of the uterus (womb) can be directly visualised.
prenatal diagnosis that allows direct observation of a fetus in the uterus and the withdrawal of fetal blood
a specialized test in which a fine lighted telescope is inserted into the amniotic sac so that the fetus, or the fetal blood vessels in the umbilical cord or on the surface of the placenta can be visualized.
In this antenatal diagnostic procedure, a doctor inserts a laparoscope (a small viewing instrument) through a small incision in a pregnant woman's abdomen and uterine wall to look for any abnormalities in the fetus. The procedure carries a 5% risk of miscarriage or premature labour.
A prenatal diagnostic procedure in which a doctor inserts a laparoscope (a small viewing instrument) through a small incision in a pregnant woman's abdomen and uterine wall to look for any abnormalities in the fetus. Carries a 5percent risk of miscarriage or preterm labor.
An uncommon type of prenatal testing performed in the second trimester when birth defects, such as spina bifida are suspected. During fetoscopy, a small telescope is passed through the abdomen into the uterus to examine the fetus.
Procedure used to visualize the fetus and often to take skin and/or blood samples from the fetus for prenatal diagnosis.
A technique by which a developing fetus can be examined directly for abnormalities.
A prenatal diagnostic procedure used to look for fetal abnormalities. This is done by inserting a scope through a small incision in a pregnancy woman's abdomen and uterine wall.
A procedure for examining the unborn baby using a needlelike camera, which is inserted into the womb to videoscan the fetus for visible abnormalities.
Fetoscopy is an endoscopic procedure during pregnancy to allow access to the fetus, the amniotic cavity, the umbilical cord, and the fetal side of the placenta. A small (3-4 mm) incision is made in the abdomen, and the endoscope is inserted through the wall of the abdomen and uterus into the amniotic cavity. Fetoscopy allows interventions such as a biopsy or laser occlusion of abnormal vessels.
