The purpose of the study was to compare the fetal thymus volumes of 18-24-week pregnant women with In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and spontaneous pregnant women.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
74
Karadeniz Technical University
Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)
measurement of fetal thymus volume
The thymus is located at the superior part of the fetal rib cage. When the transverse section, which includes three vessel images (Superior Vena Cava, Aorta, Pulmonary Artery) is taken, fetal sternum is observed between the three-vessel view and fetal lungs. It is found as a hypoechoic two-lobe structure in the anterior mediastinum compared to other tissues. The fetal thymus dimensions were evaluated by one single person by using the VOLUSON E-10 ultrasonography, which can make VOCAL measurements with 2D and 3D VOCAL Program in 3-vessel trachea sections.
Time frame: 18-24 week pregnant women
frequency of pregnancy complications
The cases were followed up during pregnancy and at delivery week, and frequency of preeclampsia, non-reliable fetal status, Intrauterine growth restriction and neonatal intensive care requirement wererecorded.
Time frame: during pregnancy and at delivery week
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.