Obtaining sonographic volumes of the fetus allows for the visualization of data in any plane and in any direction and hence has an enormous potential in obstetric imaging. Acquiring optimal images in 3D ultrasound requires training and familiarization with the set‐up and controls of the ultrasound equipment. Many aspects of this innovative technique are often not well understood by operators leading to underutilisation of this technique. This chapter will address the basic principles and techniques for producing 3D ultrasound images and how to optimize image quality. The technical capabilities as well as its limitations such as artifact are also discussed. In addition, a short list of clinical applications for this technique will be presented in a very lucid manner.
This course caters to practicing sonologists, gynaecologists and radiologists and those who are training to become practitioners in Fetal Medicine and Obstetric Ultrasound, as well as postgraduate medical students in these fields.
Dr. Lakshmy has conducted numerous 3D workshops and has published many articles on the utilty of 3D imaging.
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“My course on Basics on Fetal 3D imaging has been a pleasurable journey in my pursuit of knowledge to learn about the uses of 3D ultrasound. I have always thought of it to be useful as a social scan when we would see the baby smiling at us. Now, beyond the luxury of seeing the baby’s face, I now know the necessity of using 3D to further our ability to see beyond what is normal. 3D increases our diagnostic capability and accuracy and give us confidence with our diagnosis.
I would like to thank Dr Lakshmy Ravi Selvaraj for a simple yet very informative lecture on basic 3D ultrasound. She made it appear so easy. I was actually inspired by her brilliance!
I will definitely recommend the different courses in the Gynecology Academy to my colleagues where they can learn and enjoy the different topics in the comfort of their home. Kudos!"