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Should I Be Concerned For A Fetus Having A Dilated Bowel?

Hi Doctor

Please help I'm 34 yrs old from South Africa and 26 weeks pregnant on my last Ultra Sound doctor mentioned that my baby has a dilated bowl is there anything to worry about as he recommended i see a Fetal Specialist i am stressing. Should i be concerned...really really appreciate your reply
Thu, 7 May 2015
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OBGYN, Maternal and Fetal Medicine,  's  Response
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Dilated fetal bowel can be due to:
1. Obstruction in the intestines
2. Anorectal malformation
3. Hirschsprung disease
A detailed anomaly ultrasound is needed to look for the cause of the dilated bowel in the fetus.
I would suggest you to consult a fetal medicine specialist so that you can get a detailed anomaly ultrasound, amniocentesis if needed and further management should be done accordingly.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Wishing you good health.
Dr Deepti Verma
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Should I Be Concerned For A Fetus Having A Dilated Bowel?

Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Dilated fetal bowel can be due to: 1. Obstruction in the intestines 2. Anorectal malformation 3. Hirschsprung disease A detailed anomaly ultrasound is needed to look for the cause of the dilated bowel in the fetus. I would suggest you to consult a fetal medicine specialist so that you can get a detailed anomaly ultrasound, amniocentesis if needed and further management should be done accordingly. Hope you found the answer helpful. Wishing you good health. Dr Deepti Verma