This practical book describes a systematic approach to the ultrasound examination of the fetal heart based on accepted screening recommendations.  The written content is enhanced by images and videos of both normal and abnormal sonographic findings.

Fetal Cardiology: A Practical Approach to Diagnosis and Management goes further than simply describing core screening views. It includes extended views of the fetal heart, the use of Doppler techniques and assessment of fetal cardiac function.  "Variants" which can be encountered in practice are described as well as the features of the major groups of cardiac abnormalities and fetal arrhythmias. Because the authors include experienced fetal and paediatric cardiologists, the focus is not only on diagnostic features but also the approach to postnatal care and prognosis. This content is enhanced by inclusion of chapters relating to associated fetal abnormalities, the genetics of congenital heart disease and new imaging modalities such as MRI of the fetal heart. 

The book equips all those using ultrasound to image the fetus with a clear concise reference to meet the challenge of new guidelines and to expand their knowledge of complementary echocardiographic techniques and management. It details why prenatal recognition of congenital heart disease is being prioritised to allow for parental choice, recognition of associated abnormalities and improvement of postnatal outcome. As such, this book will be important for all professionals, whether they be a cardiologist, fetal medicine specialist, sonographer or midwife.

Organization of screening for congenital heart disease

Screening views of the fetal heart
Extended views of the fetal heart
Use of Doppler techniques in fetal echocardiography
Assessment of fetal cardiac function
First trimester fetal echocardiography
Abnormalities of the four chamber view
Abnormalities of the great arteries
Abnormalities of the aortic arch
Abnormalities of the systemic and pulmonary veins
Fetal arrhythmias
Role of fetal cardiac magnetic resonance imaging
Counselling following a prenatal diagnosis of congenital heart disease
Fetal abnormalities associated with congenital heart defects
Genetics of Congenital Heart Disease
Impact of prenatal diagnosis of congenital heart disease on outcome
Obstetric management of the fetus with congenital heart disease
Cardiac management of the fetus with congenital heart disease.<br />