DMS 207 - Abnormal Obstetric Sonography

Institution:

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (formerly Coosa Valley Technical College)

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Prerequisite: DMS 201. Introduces the knowledge of fetal anatomy, pathology and procedures for diagnostic medical sonography. Emphasis is placed on the gamut of fetal anomalies throughout all three trimesters and newborn cranial examinations. Topics include: first trimester sonographic abnormalities including: diagnosis of embryonic abnormalities, placental hematomas, associated pelvic masses, and other sonographic findings; second and third trimester sonographic abnormalities including: hydrops, various trisomies, cranial and facial altering abnormalities, vertebral column abnormalities, thoracic cavity abnormalities, abdominal wall abnormalities, urinary tract abnormalities, extremity abnormalities, umbilical cord abnormalities, amniotic fluid volumes, and other miscellaneous congenital abnormalities; history and physical examination; related imaging, laboratory, and functional testing procedures; differential diagnosis; role of ultrasound in patient management; viability; and fetal therapy. 09052007

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gntc.edu/student-services/index.php

Phone Number:

(706) 295-6963

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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