mention the uses of fetoscope
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A device used to obtain information about a fetus within the uterus. There are two types of fetoscopes: A fiberoptic scope for looking directly at the fetus within the uterus and a stethoscope designed for listening to the fetal heart beat.
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The uses of fetoscope are as follows:
- Fetoscopy is done using an instrument called a fetoscope.
- It is done to evaluate, detect and subsequently treat the fetus (if required) during pregnancy.
- The external fetoscope is mainly used to examine the heart tones of the fetus for rate and rhythm.
- The internal fetoscopy allows surgical access to the fetus, the amniotic cavity, the placenta, and also the umbilical cord.
- Fetal birth defects like spina bifida or the tumor of the placenta can be treated using fetoscopy.
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