💗 Maternal Echo – A Detailed Scan for a Healthier Pregnancy
“Every Little Heartbeat Matters. Every Detail Counts.”
What Is Maternal Echo?
Maternal Echo, commonly used to refer to a fetal anomaly scan, is an ultrasound examination performed during pregnancy to assess the baby's development and check for certain structural abnormalities.
A fetal anomaly scan provides important information about the baby's anatomy, growth, placenta and amniotic fluid, helping doctors plan appropriate care throughout pregnancy.
Important: A fetal echocardiogram is a different, specialised ultrasound examination that evaluates the baby's heart. If you are referring specifically to a fetal echo, the website content should focus on the baby's heart structure and function.
🤰 When Is the Scan Done?
The fetal anomaly scan is usually performed between 18 and 22 weeks of pregnancy, according to your doctor's advice.
A fetal echocardiogram may be recommended at a specific gestational age, commonly around 18–24 weeks, depending on the clinical indication and local protocol.
✨ Why Is This Scan Important?
*Assesses the baby's development by examining visible anatomical structures.
*Checks for certain structural abnormalities that can be identified by ultrasound.
*Evaluates the placenta and amniotic fluid as part of pregnancy assessment.
*Supports pregnancy care planning by helping doctors decide whether further investigations or specialist consultations are needed.
*Provides valuable information to expectant parents about the baby's development.
*Please remember that no ultrasound scan can detect every fetal abnormality, and a normal result cannot guarantee that the baby has no medical condition.
❤️ Who May Need a Fetal Echocardiogram?
A fetal echocardiogram may be recommended when:
*A routine scan suggests a possible fetal heart abnormality.
*There is a family history of certain congenital heart conditions.
*The mother has specific medical conditions that increase the risk of congenital heart disease.
*Certain fetal abnormalities or rhythm disturbances are suspected.
*The treating doctor identifies another clinical indication.
*Your doctor will decide whether a specialised fetal heart examination is necessary.
👨⚕️ Expert Radiology Care
Dr. Ashwin Muralidharan
Senior Radiology Consultant
Qualifications: MBBS, MD (RAD), DNB (RD), FRCR (UK)
Fellowship in Fetal Medicine
Dr. Ashwin Muralidharan provides specialist radiology and fetal imaging services to support the assessment of pregnancy and fetal development.
Our team aims to provide a patient-friendly scanning experience, careful assessment and clear communication of findings to help families and their treating doctors plan the next steps.
🏥 ASCAS Fertility & Women’s Centre
📍 Address:
14 Arunachalam Road,
Next to VB World,
Saligramam (Vadapalani),
Chennai – 600093
📞 Contact: +91 93452 93609
🏥 Accumed Speciality Clinic & Scans
📍 Address:
24 Chowdhury Nagar Main Road,
Majestic Colony,
Chennai – 600087
📞 Contact: +91 93425 21779
Doctor-led • Structured System • Personal Touch
“Every Little Heartbeat Matters. Every Detail Counts.”
What Is Maternal Echo?
Maternal Echo, commonly used to refer to a fetal anomaly scan, is an ultrasound examination performed during pregnancy to assess the baby's development and check for certain structural abnormalities.
A fetal anomaly scan provides important information about the baby's anatomy, growth, placenta and amniotic fluid, helping doctors plan appropriate care throughout pregnancy.
Important: A fetal echocardiogram is a different, specialised ultrasound examination that evaluates the baby's heart. If you are referring specifically to a fetal echo, the website content should focus on the baby's heart structure and function.
🤰 When Is the Scan Done?
The fetal anomaly scan is usually performed between 18 and 22 weeks of pregnancy, according to your doctor's advice.
A fetal echocardiogram may be recommended at a specific gestational age, commonly around 18–24 weeks, depending on the clinical indication and local protocol.
✨ Why Is This Scan Important?
*Assesses the baby's development by examining visible anatomical structures.
*Checks for certain structural abnormalities that can be identified by ultrasound.
*Evaluates the placenta and amniotic fluid as part of pregnancy assessment.
*Supports pregnancy care planning by helping doctors decide whether further investigations or specialist consultations are needed.
*Provides valuable information to expectant parents about the baby's development.
*Please remember that no ultrasound scan can detect every fetal abnormality, and a normal result cannot guarantee that the baby has no medical condition.
❤️ Who May Need a Fetal Echocardiogram?
A fetal echocardiogram may be recommended when:
*A routine scan suggests a possible fetal heart abnormality.
*There is a family history of certain congenital heart conditions.
*The mother has specific medical conditions that increase the risk of congenital heart disease.
*Certain fetal abnormalities or rhythm disturbances are suspected.
*The treating doctor identifies another clinical indication.
*Your doctor will decide whether a specialised fetal heart examination is necessary.
👨⚕️ Expert Radiology Care
Dr. Ashwin Muralidharan
Senior Radiology Consultant
Qualifications: MBBS, MD (RAD), DNB (RD), FRCR (UK)
Fellowship in Fetal Medicine
Dr. Ashwin Muralidharan provides specialist radiology and fetal imaging services to support the assessment of pregnancy and fetal development.
Our team aims to provide a patient-friendly scanning experience, careful assessment and clear communication of findings to help families and their treating doctors plan the next steps.
🏥 ASCAS Fertility & Women’s Centre
📍 Address:
14 Arunachalam Road,
Next to VB World,
Saligramam (Vadapalani),
Chennai – 600093
📞 Contact: +91 93452 93609
🏥 Accumed Speciality Clinic & Scans
📍 Address:
24 Chowdhury Nagar Main Road,
Majestic Colony,
Chennai – 600087
📞 Contact: +91 93425 21779
Doctor-led • Structured System • Personal Touch
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