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KEY FACTS
Terminology
Imaging Findings
Top Differential Diagnoses
Pathology
Clinical Issues
Diagnostic Checklist
TERMINOLOGY
Abbreviations and Synonyms
Biophysical profile (BPP)
Nonstress test (NST)
Definitions
BPP score
Ultrasound-based method to test for fetal hypoxia
Total of 8 points possible
4 variables tested
2 points maximum/variable
Performed on viable fetuses only
Test used to decide fetal delivery
NST score
Electronic fetal monitoring
Does not use ultrasound
NST complimentary to BPP
Total of 2 points possible
BPP + NST score
Used together for management decisions
Total of 10 possible points
8 points from BPP
2 points from NST
IMAGING FINDINGS
General Features
Ultrasonographic Findings
Other Modality Findings
Imaging Recommendations
DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS
PATHOLOGY
General Features
Staging, Grading, or Classification Criteria
CLINICAL ISSUES
Presentation
Natural History & Prognosis
Treatment
DIAGNOSTIC CHECKLIST
Consider
Image Interpretation Pearls
Selected References
Gojnic M et al: The importance of Doppler ultrasound in delivery planning. Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol. 31(4):282-4, 2004
Magann EF et al: Biophysical profile with amniotic fluid volume assessments. Obstet Gynecol. 104(1):5-10, 2004
Odibo AO et al: What antepartum fetal test should guide the timing of delivery of the preterm growth-restricted fetus? A decision-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 191(4):1477-82, 2004
Gojnic M et al: The importance of Doppler ultrasound in delivery planning. Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol. 31(4):282-4, 2004
Magann EF et al: Biophysical profile with amniotic fluid volume assessments. Obstet Gynecol. 104(1):5-10, 2004
Odibo AO et al: What antepartum fetal test should guide the timing of delivery of the preterm growth-restricted fetus? A decision-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 191(4):1477-82, 2004