Canadian Journal of Medical Sonography

The Ever Evolving 11-14 Week Scan

Cathy Ridsdale — 2023-03-21

Advancements in ultrasound equipment have led to improved resolution of smaller structures. In turn, this has allowed for the evolution of the 11–14-week scan. At its inception, the first-trimester scan was used primarily to indicate the risk for aneuploidy in a fetus. However, as time passed, the ability to detect structural abnormalities complemented the risk for chromosomal abnormalities. This literature review will discuss the evolution of the 11–14-week scan up to current-day recommendations for population screening.

Myocarditis Causing Heart Failure

Sarah Kamaluddin — 2023-03-21

A transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) and electrocardiogram (ECG) were ordered for a 25-year-old male Caucasian patient. The indication for the test stated shortness of breath and the sensation of a racing heart. The TTE uncovered severely reduced left ventricular systolic function, evidence of diastolic dysfunction, right side dysfunction, bi-atrial enlargement, moderate mitral regurgitation, and mild tricuspid regurgitation. In addition, the ECG revealed sinus tachycardia. Upon analysis of these findings and further investigation into the patient’s clinical history, the supervising cardiologist determined probable viral myocarditis causing heart failure.

How is BORN Data Impacting the Quality of Nuchal Translucency Measurements?

Susan Burnett-Roy — 2023-04-07

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Does My Patient Understand What I Am About To Do?

Maddi Thomas — 2023-04-07

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