We get asked this question many times so we’ve prepared special page that explains, What Is A 4D Scan?. A 4D baby scan is a particular type of scan conducted to measure the growth of a baby. Through 4D technology, the baby can be seen in a 3 dimensional view and prospective mothers can also…
What is a 4D Scan?
By Bumps | Published April 26th, 2012Cervical Incompetence – The Value of Vaginal Scanning
By Dr Joe Kabukoba | Published January 14th, 2012Cervical Incompetence – The challenges of Diagnosis Cervical incompetence is common and may be extremely difficult to diagnose. Women who suffer recurrent late miscarriages or premature labours, may be suffering from the condition of a weak cervix. The condition presents as a painless opening of the cervix associated with minimal pain and uterine contractions. …
Ultrasound Scans in Pregnancy Emergencies
By Dr Joe Kabukoba | Published December 10th, 2011Pregnancy Ultrasound Scans Learn How pregnancy ultrasound Scans help in the management of emergencies in pregnancy Pregnancy scans are a significant aid to early diagnosis and treatment of dangerous situations in pregnancy. Complications can be prevented if there is prompt diagnosis of possible conditions that may lead to obstetric emergencies. Fetal and maternal death can result…
Sex During Pregnancy
By Dr Joe Kabukoba | Published November 2nd, 2011Sex during Pregnancy – Usually Safe Unlike common misconception, sex during pregnancy is generally safe. The fear of women for the possible harm to the baby following a sexual act is usually unfounded. These fears can be easily allayed if a woman discusses her concerns with the midwive or obstetrician. We at Bumps 4D…
4D Scan: What the medical literature says
By Bumps | Published November 11th, 2010Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine. 24(12):1599-624, 2005 Dec. The article published in this prestigious journal looked at over 500 scientific articles on this subject. The results of the various studies reported in those articles clearly showed that Three-dimensional ultrasound provides additional diagnostic information for the diagnosis of facial anomalies, especially facial clefts. There was also…
4D and 3D Scans Article
By Bumps | Published November 11th, 2010Ultrasound: a screening or diagnostic technique in which very high frequency sound waves are passed into the body, and the reflected echoes are detected and analyzed to build a picture of the internal organs or of a fetus in the uterus.3D scans and 4D scans utilise the same sound wave technology as 2D; however instead of the sound wave being sent straight down and reflected back, they are sent at different angles. The returning echoes are processed by a highly sophisticated computer programme resulting in a reconstructed three dimensional volume.The article provides the reader with an insight into General Ultrasound & 4D in particular..
