ADI 357 - Obstetrical & Gynecological Sonography

6.00 Credit(s)

This course will introduce students to the sonographic evaluation of the non-gravid and gravid uterus. In gynecologic sonography students will assemble a comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and the sonographic appearance of the embryologic, pre-menarchal, menarchal, and post-menopausal female reproductive system. Obstetrical imaging focuses on fetal development and sonographic appearances of fetal and extrafetal anatomy throughout the gestational period. This course emphasizes an understanding of the fertilization process, clinical indications for obstetrical sonography and the sonographic appearances of the normal and abnormal gravid uterus specific to each trimester of pregnancy. 118.8 Lec. Hrs.