Type of research study: Qualitative
Purpose of the study:
The purpose of this study is to a) update existing reviews of ultrasound for routine fetal assessment in early pregnancy, b) to review the use of routine ultrasound during pregnancy for the detection of fetal abnormalities, c) to conduct a study of the costs of routine two-stage ultrasound in early or mid-pregnancy, d) to compile reviews of women’s views on ultrasound examination and its costs, and e) to assess the consequences of routine two-stage ultrasound.
Methods/sample:
Primary research was undertaken to supplement the data from existing literature. Systematic reviews of literature were done. Studies were performed at ...