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Häusler, M; Hofmann, HM; Schaffer, M; Hofer, P; Rollett, H; Ring, E; Ipsiroglu, OS.
The value of prenatal ultrasound screening exemplified by abnormalities of the urogenital system. Data from the Styrian malformation register 1985 to 1987
WIEN KLIN WOCHENSCHR. 1989; 101(10): 346-350.
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- Haeusler Martin
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- Ring Ekkehard
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- Abstract:
- Over a three-year period (1985 to 1987), the number of fetal malformations was entered into Styrian Malformation Register (SMR). The data were compared with those of the Austrian Ministry of Health. The SMR collected 137 cases of urinary tract malformations, but only six appeared in the Health Ministry statistics. This discrepancy resulted from the different data collection methods. Presently only a small percentage of fetal abnormalities is officially registered. Using the example of urinary tract malformations this paper shows the value of prenatal ultrasound screening. Such infants must be treated soon after delivery to avoid progression of parenchymal damage. Ultrasound examinations should not be restricted to pregnant women at defined risk. Registration of all prenatally diagnosed--or missed--malformations is a quality-control measurement and improves prenatal diagnosis.
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- Abnormalities - prevention and control
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- Female - prevention and control
- Humans - prevention and control
- Infant, Newborn - prevention and control
- Kidney - abnormalities
- Pregnancy - abnormalities
- Prenatal Diagnosis - abnormalities
- Registries - abnormalities
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- Risk Factors - abnormalities
- Ultrasonography - abnormalities
- Urogenital Abnormalities - abnormalities