My topic for the research assignment is “The Role of Ultrasound in Diagnosing Abnormalities in Preterm Infants”. Ultrasound is a great way to diagnose abnormalities in preterm infants because it is non-invasive, real-time, and no radiation is used. Some of the preterm abnormalities could include: hydrocephalus, intracranial hemorrhage, brain edema, choroid plexus cyst, and etc. Cranial ultrasounds are some of the most important for infants because their real-time imaging can see the anatomy and functional irregularity. The real-time imaging helps with a quick diagnosis for neurodevelopmental disabilities. These disabilities or irregularities need an early diagnosis so it can be treated or managed better. After reviewing the research articles I have chosen, I discovered that they mainly focus on abnormalities of the brain or lungs. Although, this is typically more commonly diagnosed in infants; there are other abnormalities that need to be diagnosed.
