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Gambacorti-Passerini ZM, Martínez Payo C, Arribas CB, Larroca SGT, García-Honduvilla N, Ortega MA, Fernández-Pachecho RP, De León Luis J. First-Trimester Ultrasound Imaging for Prenatal Assessment of the Extended Cardiovascular System Using the Cardiovascular System Sonographic Evaluation Algorithm (CASSEAL). J Cardiovasc Dev Dis 2023; 10:340. [PMID: 37623353 PMCID: PMC10455096 DOI: 10.3390/jcdd10080340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES To compare fetal images obtained at the first- and second-trimester ultrasound scan when applying the Cardiovascular System Sonographic Evaluation Algorithm (CASSEAL). METHODS Using the CASSEAL protocol, nine sequential axial views were acquired in B-mode and color Doppler at the first- and second-trimester ultrasound scans, visualizing the main components of the extended fetal cardiovascular system. Images were compared qualitatively between both trimesters. RESULTS We obtained comparable images for all the nine axial views described in the CASSEAL protocol, with few differences and limitations. CONCLUSIONS The CASSEAL protocol is reproducible in the first trimester, and could help in the early detection of fetal cardiovascular abnormalities. It represents a promising additional tool in order to increase the CHD detection rate.
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Affiliation(s)
- Zita M. Gambacorti-Passerini
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain; (Z.M.G.-P.); (C.M.P.); (C.B.A.); (S.G.-T.L.); (R.P.F.-P.); (J.D.L.L.)
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain; (Z.M.G.-P.); (C.M.P.); (C.B.A.); (S.G.-T.L.); (R.P.F.-P.); (J.D.L.L.)
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain; (Z.M.G.-P.); (C.M.P.); (C.B.A.); (S.G.-T.L.); (R.P.F.-P.); (J.D.L.L.)
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain; (Z.M.G.-P.); (C.M.P.); (C.B.A.); (S.G.-T.L.); (R.P.F.-P.); (J.D.L.L.)
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Medical Specialities, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá, 28801 Alcalá de Henares, Spain;
- Ramón y Cajal Institute of Sanitary Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Medical Specialities, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Alcalá, 28801 Alcalá de Henares, Spain;
- Ramón y Cajal Institute of Sanitary Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain; (Z.M.G.-P.); (C.M.P.); (C.B.A.); (S.G.-T.L.); (R.P.F.-P.); (J.D.L.L.)
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain; (Z.M.G.-P.); (C.M.P.); (C.B.A.); (S.G.-T.L.); (R.P.F.-P.); (J.D.L.L.)
- Health Research Institute Gregorio Marañón, 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Maternal and Infant Research Investigation Unit, Alonso Family Foundation (UDIMIFFA), 28009 Madrid, Spain
- Department of Public and Maternal and Child Health, School of Medicine, Complutense University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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De León-Luis J, Bravo C, Gámez F, Ortiz-Quintana L. Cardiovascular System Sonographic Evaluation Algorithm: A New Sonographic Algorithm for Evaluation of the Fetal Cardiovascular System in the Second Trimester. J Ultrasound Med 2015; 34:1271-1282. [PMID: 26112631 DOI: 10.7863/ultra.34.7.1271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the reproducibility and feasibility of the new cardiovascular system sonographic evaluation algorithm for studying the extended fetal cardiovascular system, including the portal, thymic, and supra-aortic areas, in the second trimester of pregnancy (19-22 weeks). METHODS We performed a cross-sectional study of pregnant women with healthy fetuses (singleton and twin pregnancies) attending our center from March to August 2011. The extended fetal cardiovascular system was evaluated by following the new algorithm, a sequential acquisition of axial views comprising the following (caudal to cranial): I, portal sinus; II, ductus venosus; III, hepatic veins; IV, 4-chamber view; V, left ventricular outflow tract; VI, right ventricular outflow tract; VII, 3-vessel and trachea view; VIII, thy-box; and IX, subclavian arteries. Interobserver agreement on the feasibility and exploration time was estimated in a subgroup of patients. The feasibility and exploration time were determined for the main cohort. Maternal, fetal, and sonographic factors affecting both features were evaluated. RESULTS Interobserver agreement was excellent for all views except view VIII; the difference in the mean exploration time between observers was 1.5 minutes (95% confidence interval, 0.7-2.1 minutes; P < .05). In 184 fetuses (mean gestational age ± SD, 20 ± 0.6 weeks), the feasibility of all views was close to 99% except view VIII (88.7%). The complete feasibility of the algorithm was 81.5%. The mean exploration time was 5.6 ± 4.2 minutes. Only the occiput anterior fetal position was associated with a lower frequency of visualization and a longer exploration time (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS The cardiovascular system sonographic evaluation algorithm is a reproducible and feasible approach for exploration of the extended fetal cardiovascular system in a second-trimester scan. It can be used to explore these areas in normal and abnormal conditions and provides an integrated image of extended fetal cardiovascular anatomy.
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- Juan De León-Luis
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain (C.B., F.G., L.O.Q., J.D.L.-L.); and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla, Universidad de Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain (C.B.).
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain (C.B., F.G., L.O.Q., J.D.L.-L.); and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla, Universidad de Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain (C.B.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain (C.B., F.G., L.O.Q., J.D.L.-L.); and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla, Universidad de Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain (C.B.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain (C.B., F.G., L.O.Q., J.D.L.-L.); and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla, Universidad de Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain (C.B.)
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