Axial-oblique planes of fetal upper limbs

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The upper extremities in the first trimester can be demonstrated in an axial view at the level of the face, thorax, or upper abdomen as shown here.

Section Structure

1. 1- Hand and finger
2. 2- Lower arm
3. 3- Upper arm

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Axial-Oblique Planes — Fetal Upper Limbs

Axial-Oblique Left Upper Limb

[Ultrasound image placeholder: Left humerus/forearm in axial-oblique view]

Caption: Left upper limb bone/joint oblique imaging

Axial-Oblique Right Upper Limb

[Ultrasound image placeholder: Right humerus/forearm in axial-oblique view]

Caption: Right upper limb bone/joint oblique imaging

1. What are axial-oblique planes of the fetal upper limb useful for? 1. भ्रूणीय ऊपरी अंग के अक्षीय-ओब्लीक प्लेन्स किसके लिए उपयोगी हैं?
A. Visualizing complex bone contours, joint surfaces and soft-tissue across oblique angles
B. Only placental position
C. Only fetal heart
D. Maternal kidneys

Explanation: Oblique planes reduce artifact and improve visualization of limb joints and contours.