Use of pregnancy ultrasound before the 19th week scan: an analytical study based on the Icelandic Childbirth and Health Cohort

Use of pregnancy ultrasound before the 19th week scan: an analytical study based on the Icelandic Childbirth and Health Cohort

Abstract Background and aim Use of ultrasound scans early in pregnancy is increasing, but we have limited knowledge about the actual prevalence, associated decision-making and impact on expectant women/couples in a general population. The aim of this study was to document the use of, and experiences...

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Main Authors: Kristine Flo Halle, Maria Fjose, Hildur Kristjansdottir, Amalia Bjornsdottir, Linn Getz, Margret Olafia Tomasdottir, Johann Agust Sigurdsson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-12-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Pregnancy
Prenatal screening
Combined test
Informed choice
Ultrasound
Medicalization
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12884-018-2134-1

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