Patient's question:
Doctor, I am 30 years old today, and I went to the hospital for a four-dimensional ultrasound. The amniotic fluid index was 19mm in Zone 1, 21mm in Zone 2, 14mm in Zone 3, and 22mm in Zone 4. The four-chamber view of the heart could be clearly displayed. The foramen ovale was approximately 5.9mm wide, and the atria and ventricles were basically symmetrical in size. The heart's cross intersection was present, and the opening and closing movements of the atrioventricular valves were visible. The two major arteries were cross-arranged at the base of the heart.The doctor said my baby might have congenital heart disease. I want to know if this is related to low amniotic fluid. What can I do to prevent it?
Doctor's answer:
If your fetus has too little amniotic fluid, it can easily lead to congenital diseases, such as congenital heart disease. If there is congenital heart disease, there is no way to solve it. This is a condition of abnormal embryonic and fetal growth and development. Your color Doppler ultrasound suggests that your heart has abnormal growth and development. It is recommended to do a fetal magnetic resonance cardiac imaging for a thorough examination and confirmation. Currently, there is no treatment for congenital heart disease in fetuses. Consider whether surgical treatment is suitable after the child is born.