Patient's question:
22-week ultrasound showed a strong echo spot in the left ventricle of the fetus. Below is the full report:Fetal heart: The four-chamber view clearly displays the heart, with the left and right atria and ventricles being roughly symmetrical in size. The connections between the left and right atria and ventricles are consistent. A central "cross" intersection is present in the heart. The mitral and tricuspid valves are clearly visible, with opening and closing movements observed on both sides. The outflow tracts of the left and right ventricles are clear, and the relationship between the ventricles and the great vessels is consistent. The great vessels are cross-arranged at the base of the heart.
A strong echo spot is visible in the left ventricle of the fetus.
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, if a 22-week-old baby has strong echo spots in the left ventricle during a color Doppler ultrasound, it is generally normal. This issue is also quite common and is usually caused by fibrous overlap at the atrioventricular junction of the baby's heart. In this case, the strong echo spots may be caused by problems with the baby itself. If the baby has congenital heart disease, it can cause strong echo spots. Or if the baby has deformities or other issues, they can also cause strong echo spots. It is important to take this seriously and conduct thorough examinations and follow-up checks.