Question 1

Purpose of the Procedure

Accepted Answer

Evaluate the normal development of fetal facial features. Detect hypertelorism (wide-set eyes) or hypotelorism (close-set eyes). Assist in diagnosing genetic syndromes related to cranial growth.

Question 2

Target Groups

Accepted Answer

Pregnant women with a family history of congenital anomalies. Cases where routine ultrasound suggests facial development issues. Part of a detailed second-trimester fetal morphology scan.

Question 3

What to Expect

Accepted Answer

A water-based gel is applied to the abdomen for wave transmission. The specialist moves the transducer to capture precise eye angles. The procedure is entirely safe, painless, and involves no radiation.

Precision Fetal Eye Development Check - Fetal Eye and Orbit Ultrasound Measurement