In the maternity hospital, a doctor of ultrasound diagnostics is on duty around the clock, who conducts an ultrasound examination in the admission department. The purpose of the ultrasound at admission is to assess the condition of the baby and the woman. Be sure to measure the growth and weight indicators and heart rate of the child, as well as blood flow in the vessels of the fetus and mother.
As a rule, on the 3-4th day after natural childbirth and 5-6th after cesarean section, the doctor will again prescribe an ultrasound scan. For what? It is necessary to make sure that the reverse development of the uterus is proceeding at a normal pace, there are no blood clots or placental remains in its cavity, and there are no inflammatory processes. Only after that, you can prepare for the long-awaited discharge and return to the walls of your home, along with a priceless creature in your arms!