Credit Information
Credit Type
* AMA PRA Category 1™
Number of Credits
1
Course Overview
Learn the essential sonographic techniques for assessing oligohydramnios and its clinical implications. This course covers causes such as intrauterine growth restriction, fetal anomalies, and preterm rupture of membranes. Understand the role of ultrasound in diagnosis, management, and prenatal care to optimize fetal outcomes.
Course Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will:
Learn the role of amniotic fluid in embryo/fetal development.
Understand the pathway of amniotic fluid formation and removal.
Learn the various sonographic definitions of oligohydramnios.
Review the more common etiologies of oligohydramnios.
Outline the sequlae of chronic oligohydramnios.
Target Audience
Physicians, sonographers, and others who perform and/or 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.
