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High Frequency Ultrasound for the Analysis of Fetal and Placental Development In Vivo
Published on: November 8, 2018
Self-administered tele-ultrasound in fetal telemonitoring: Prospective study
Shariva S Kariman1, Sophie Lekkerkerker1, Judith Ummels1
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands.
Acta Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica
|June 2, 2026
Summary
Self-administered fetal tele-ultrasound is feasible for pregnant women, showing high usability and satisfaction. This technology can enhance remote obstetric care and hospital-at-home strategies.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Medical Imaging
- Digital Health
Background:
- Digital innovations in ultrasound facilitate tele-ultrasound and remote guidance.
- These advancements offer new avenues for enhancing hospital-at-home care models.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility and user experience of self-administered ultrasound by pregnant women.
- To assess the effectiveness of real-time remote guidance in obstetric care.
Main Methods:
- Prospective observational cohort study involving pregnant women (24-37 weeks gestation).
- Participants performed home-based tele-ultrasound scans twice weekly for 28 days using the Pulsenmore ES device.
- Clinician-guided real-time scans were assessed for image acquisition, interpretability, interobserver agreement, and technical aspects, alongside user experience surveys.
Main Results:
- All 30 participants completed eight scans, achieving 100% success in acquiring key fetal parameters.
- Remote connection and image acquisition times decreased significantly during the study.
- High user satisfaction (4.4/5) and usability (System Usability Scale score of 80.7) were reported, with experts noting user-friendliness and adequate image quality.
Conclusions:
- Self-administered fetal tele-ultrasound is a feasible and highly usable tool in obstetric care.
- Tele-ultrasound shows potential to improve accessibility, patient engagement, and support hospital-at-home care strategies.
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