CA
A 39-year-old member asked:
Can hyperechoic focus in the fetal heart mean down syndrome?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Barbara Toppinanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Not necessarily: An echogenic focus seen one a fetal sonogram is most often associated with a normal fetus. It is usually evidence of the moderator band in the heart. It is found fairly often. By itself, this finding is not a problem. In down's syndrome , there are a number of findings on sono among these heart defects, bone and facial abnormalities. Echogenic focus can also be seen.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
6.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Richard Pollardanswered
Anesthesiology 32 years experience
No: It is a non-specific term reflecting an area of the heart that might have increased minieralization, and so show up more on an echo. Can be found in normal hearts at a rate of about 3%.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Apr 24, 2015
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.