Credit Information
Credit Type
* AMA PRA Category 1™
Number of Credits
1
Course Overview
Learn how to assess and diagnose various umbilical cord abnormalities through sonography. This course covers key topics including cord length, cysts, coiling, two-vessel cords, vasa previa, and more. Gain insights into the importance of these conditions, their potential risks, and how ultrasound plays a critical role in early detection and management of complications during pregnancy.
Course Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will:
Describe the clinical significance of abnormalities of the umbilical cord size, shape and vascularity.
Apply ultrasound findings to detect clinically significant changes in the umbilical cord.
Improve pregnancy outcome through identification of cord abnormalities associated with high risk pregnancy.
Target Audience
Physicians, sonographers, and others who perform and/or interpret obstetrical ultrasound.
* AMA PRA Category 1 ™ credits are used by physicians and other groups like PAs and certain nurses. Category 1 credits are accepted by the ARDMS, CCI, ACCME, and Sonography Canada.
