Obstetrics
PREGNANCY EXAMINATIONS
Preconception Check
Preconception check involves a series of examinations that are necessary in the early stages of pregnancy (up to the 10th week) or even before attempting conception. These examinations, conducted during pregnancy, are usually safe and non-invasive, aiming to minimize the risk of potential health issues for both the mother and the baby.
Preventive Examinations
During a typical preventive checkup, we perform the following examinations:
- Pap test
- Preventive breast examination
- Gynecological ultrasound
- Colposcopy
- Cultivation of vaginal fluid
- Breast ultrasound
Ultrasounds
An ultrasound is performed:
- For monitoring a pregnancy
- For annual gynecological check-ups
- In case of menstrual cycle disorders
- In case of abnormal bleeding
- For menstrual irregularities
- For pelvic pain
- For infertile couples
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
What is recurrent pregnancy loss?
Recurrent pregnancy or miscarriage is the spontaneous loss of pregnancy and usually occurs in the first months of pregnancy (8th-11th week of pregnancy). The frequency of termination of a pregnancy is about 1 in 5 (20%). Terminating three or more consecutive pregnancies is referred to as recurrent pregnancy loss.
Causes of recurrent pregnancy loss include:
- Genetic factors – chromosomal abnormalities of the parents or the embryo
- Immunologic factors
- Metabolic disorders
- Anatomic abnormalities of the uterus
Sexual activity and physical exercise are two actions that should not be a concern for causing recurrent pregnancy loss! Individualized care is provided for all couples as each couple is unique.