Overview
Fetal truncal valve regurgitation refers to the backward flow of blood through the truncal valve in a fetus. This can be a sign of underlying cardiac anomalies.Diagnosis
Detailed fetal anatomic examination is recommended 1.
A panniculus retractor device may improve the completion rate of fetal anatomic examination views in pregnant patients with a BMI of 40 or higher and a panniculus 1.Management
No management strategies for fetal truncal valve regurgitation are discussed in the provided abstracts.Special Populations
Pregnant patients with a BMI of 40 or higher and a panniculus may benefit from the use of a panniculus retractor device during fetal anatomic examination to improve visualization 1.Key Recommendations
Consider using a panniculus retractor device for pregnant patients with a BMI of 40 or higher and a panniculus to improve the completion rate of the fetal anatomic examination 1. (Evidence: Strong)References
1 Wise ML, Okon M, Pratt KN, Lane AS, Carlson LM, Eichelberger KY et al.. Panniculus Retractor Use for Visualization of Fetal Anatomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Obstetrics and gynecology 2024. link