Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)
11–14 weeksA small sample of placental tissue taken under continuous ultrasound guidance, allowing first-trimester genetic diagnosis.
Fetal Interventions
Precision is not a detail. It is the procedure.
Every fetal procedure is an image-guided procedure. Planning, needle trajectory and real-time guidance determine both safety and diagnostic yield — which is where a dedicated interventional radiology background matters.
Procedures
Performed only when the result will change care.
Before any invasive procedure we agree what question it answers, what each possible result would mean, and what happens next.
Amniocentesis
After 15 weeksAmniotic fluid containing fetal cells is sampled through a fine needle for chromosomal and molecular testing.
Cordocentesis
After 18 weeksDirect sampling of fetal blood from the umbilical cord for rapid karyotype, anaemia assessment or infection workup.
Fetal Therapy
As indicatedTherapeutic intervention in utero — including shunt placement and drainage of fetal fluid collections — when it changes outcome.
Twin Procedures
As indicatedManagement of complications in monochorionic twins, including TTTS assessment and selective procedures where indicated.
Image-Guided Fetal Interventions
As indicatedThoracocentesis, vesicocentesis and other targeted procedures planned around fetal position and placental anatomy.
Why Precision Matters
What image-guided training brings to a fetal procedure.
During the procedure
- Continuous real-time ultrasound guidance
- Controlled needle trajectory and depth
- Minimal passes, shorter procedure time
- Constant fetal and maternal monitoring
Around the procedure
- Pre-procedure planning around placental position
- Sample adequacy checked before the needle is withdrawn
- Coordinated handover to the genetics laboratory
- Structured counselling before and after the result
Next Step
Bring your reports. We'll find the cause together.
Consultations at Apollo Cradle, Apollo Fertility, AIFMRG and Epic International, Hyderabad.