Portable ultrasound has become a critical tool in obstetrics and gynecology, enabling real-time imaging for diagnosis and monitoring. Here are 20 applications each for obstetrics and gynecology:

20 Applications in Obstetrics (OB) 

1. Early Pregnancy Confirmation

   • Detects gestational sac and confirms viability.

2. Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis

   • Identifies pregnancies outside the uterus.

3. Determination of Gestational Age

   • Assesses fetal age via crown-rump length or femur length.

4. Multiple Pregnancy Detection

   • Diagnoses twins or higher-order gestations.

5. Placental Localization

   • Identifies placenta previa or abruption.

6. Fetal Growth Monitoring

   • Detects growth restriction or macrosomia.

7. Amniotic Fluid Volume Measurement

   • Evaluates for oligohydramnios or polyhydramnios.

8. Fetal Anomaly Screening

   • Detects structural abnormalities.

9. Fetal Position Determination

   • Assesses for breech or transverse lie.

10. Cervical Length Measurement

    • Predicts risk of preterm labor.

11. Guidance for Invasive Procedures

    • Assists with amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling.

12. Fetal Doppler Studies

    • Monitors umbilical artery and fetal heart blood flow.

13. Labor Progress Evaluation

    • Assesses fetal descent and station.

14. Preterm Labor Diagnosis

    • Monitors uterine contractions and cervical changes.

15. Biophysical Profile (BPP)

    • Combines ultrasound and fetal monitoring.

16. Detection of Fetal Demise

    • Confirms intrauterine death.

17. Management of High-Risk Pregnancies

    • Tracks complications like preeclampsia or diabetes.

18. Fetal Movement Assessment

    • Identifies reduced or absent movements.

19. Nuchal Translucency Screening

    • Screens for chromosomal abnormalities.

20. Intrapartum Monitoring

    • Assists in operative delivery decisions.

20 Applications in Gynecology (GYN)

1. Evaluation of Pelvic Pain

   • Identifies ovarian cysts, torsion, or pelvic inflammatory disease.

2. Diagnosis of Fibroids

   • Detects and measures uterine leiomyomas.

3. Endometrial Assessment

   • Evaluates thickness for hyperplasia or malignancy.

4. Detection of Ovarian Cysts

   • Distinguishes between simple and complex cysts.

5. Ectopic Pregnancy Exclusion

   • Confirms absence of intrauterine pregnancy.

6. Postmenopausal Bleeding Investigation

   • Evaluates for endometrial pathology.

7. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Diagnosis

   • Identifies ovarian morphology.

8. Assessment of Uterine Anomalies

   • Detects congenital anomalies like bicornuate uterus.

9. IUD Localization

   • Confirms proper placement or dislocation.

10. Evaluation of Infertility

    • Monitors ovarian follicles and ovulation.

11. Guidance for Oocyte Retrieval

    • Assists in IVF procedures.

12. Assessment of Adnexal Masses

    • Differentiates benign from malignant tumors.

13. Hydrosalpinx Detection

    • Identifies blocked fallopian tubes.

14. Chronic Pelvic Pain Investigation

    • Identifies endometriosis or pelvic adhesions.

15. Assessment for Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

    • Visualizes dilated pelvic veins.

16. Preoperative Planning

    • Maps pathology before surgery.

17. Postoperative Monitoring

    • Evaluates healing and complication risks.

18. Cervical Cancer Evaluation

    • Assesses for invasive lesions.

19. Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

    • Investigates structural causes.

20. Guidance for Biopsies

    • Assists with targeted sampling.

Portable ultrasounds provide critical support for clinicians, improving diagnostic precision and patient outcomes in both obstetrics and gynecology