Sreeparna Roy

Vaginal delivery is the most common and natural method of childbirth, offering a range of benefits for both mothers and babies. While the process is generally safe, understanding the stages of vaginal delivery, the advantages of vaginal birth and the risks involved can help you make informed decisions about your birth plan. From the early signs of labor to the final moments of delivery, each stage presents unique experiences and challenges.

The word abortion is taken from the Latin word aboriri which means to miscarry. Abortion is a common procedure done by an obstetrician. Worldwide around 73 million women undergo abortion every year. Six out of 10 abortions are from unwanted pregnancy. Three out of 10 pregnancies end up in abortions. According to the latest MTP act in 2021, abortion can be done by a medical professional up to 24 weeks of gestation. Abortion is the termination of pregnancy which can be spontaneous or medically induced.

In the earlier era, there was less or no use of imaging during pregnancy and the babies were born without having any prior knowledge of any abnormality. But since the second half of the 20th century history of obstetrics has been revolutionized by the introduction of high-frequency transducers with real-time ultrasonography. In this article, we will be discussing the different types of ultrasound, how to read and interpret ultrasound, and the colors which are seen there.