Fetal Echocardiography
A dedicated, sub-specialty study of your baby's heart — every chamber, valve and vessel.
01 · What Is This Scan
Your Baby's Heart, Studied In Detail.
Fetal echocardiography is a dedicated ultrasound examination of the baby's heart, performed by a fetal medicine specialist. It examines cardiac chambers, valves, great arteries, rhythm and blood flow using colour and spectral Doppler. Recommended for pregnancies with cardiac risk factors, family history, maternal diabetes, or when a routine scan raises concerns.
02 · Why It Matters
- Congenital heart disease is the most common serious birth defect
- Early detection allows delivery at a centre with cardiac surgical backup
- Detects rhythm abnormalities that may need in-utero treatment
- Provides reassurance for high-risk pregnancies
03 · What We Check
A Systematic, Head-To-Toe Assessment.
Four-chamber view and chamber sizes
Aortic and pulmonary outflow tracts
Three-vessel and three-vessel-trachea view
Aortic and ductal arches
Atrioventricular valve function
Ductus venosus and superior vena cava
Fetal heart rate and rhythm analysis
04 · How It's Done
Your Visit, Step By Step.
Risk Review
Dr. Archana reviews family history, diabetes, medications and prior scans.
Detailed Echo
Systematic cardiac imaging with colour Doppler on GE Voluson E-Class.
Rhythm Study
M-mode assessment of atrial and ventricular rhythm if indicated.
Clinical Report
Report shared with your obstetrician and, where relevant, a pediatric cardiologist.
05 · Preparation
How To Prepare.
- No fasting needed
- Bring all obstetric scans and any cardiology reports
- Bring diabetic profile if applicable
- Allow 75 minutes total
A Note From Dr. Archana
"Fetal echo is one of my sub-specialty areas. It is not simply a longer scan — it is a completely different imaging discipline. Ask your obstetrician if you should have one."
Dr. Archana · Fetal Medicine Specialist
06 · FAQs
Common Questions About The Fetal Echocardiography.
Do all pregnancies need a fetal echo?
No. It's recommended for maternal diabetes, family history of heart disease, IVF pregnancies, twins, exposure to certain medications, or when a routine scan is inconclusive.
Is this different from what my anomaly scan covered?
Yes. The anomaly scan includes cardiac views, but fetal echo is a dedicated, deeper study performed by a fetal medicine specialist.
What happens if an abnormality is found?
We counsel you and coordinate with a pediatric cardiologist. Many conditions have excellent outcomes when the delivery is planned at a centre with pediatric cardiac support.
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