What Does My Doppler Ultrasound Scan Test Report Indicate?

Posted on Thu, 17 Mar 2016

Question: Hi I got my doppler done on 29/1/2016 and it showed 35 weeks 6 days of pregnancy. My lmp is 23 may 2015.i previously had myomectamy and my fibroid was removed by opening the cavity on 17 Feb 2015.i concieved in may 2015.now the report shows placenta is lower segment anterior with early grade 3 maturity 30mm away from os.biophysical score is 8/8 and EDD is 27/2/16.please tel me is my report normal. My doc has prepared me for c section but I want to know if position of placenta and its maturity is normal at thiz stage.foetal heart rate is 136b/min regular

Answered by Dr. Soumya (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Normal maturity

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

Placental maturity is normal but it is just 30 mm away from opening of uterus which is slightly risky as there could be excess bleeding if pain starts.

There are chances of uterus rupture in patients with recent myomectomy.

Keeping both these issues in mind your doctor seem to have advised C section which is a safe option.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Soumya (17 minutes later)

Thnks for ur answer. The doc gv me injection today for lung maturity and. I hv to do another one aftr 24 hrs. Actually she said its a precautionary measurement. She asked me if I ever bled till yet n I said no.And she also told me she vl wait till 37 weeks are completed and then go for c section. Also there is single loop of cord around babys neck tied loosely. Plz tel me if her suggestions are ok and keepn all d above facts in mind what precautions should I take till I complete 37 weeks.

Answered by Dr. Soumya (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Better to wait until 37 weeks

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

You don't need any additional precautions.

You can see doctor immediately if there is bleeding or pain.

It is better to do c section after 37 completed weeks for full maturity of the baby.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad