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Biometric assessments of the posterior fossa by fetal MRI: a systematic review

Mckinnon, K; Kendall, GS; Tann, CJ; Dyet, L; Sokolska, M; Baruteau, KP; Marlow, N; ... Srinivasan, L; + view all (2021) Biometric assessments of the posterior fossa by fetal MRI: a systematic review. Prenatal Diagnosis , 41 (2) pp. 258-270. 10.1002/pd.5874. Green open access

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Abstract

Background: Posterior fossa abnormalities (PFAs) are commonly identified within routine screening and are a frequent indication for fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Although biometric measurements of the posterior fossa (PF) are established on fetal ultrasound and MRI, qualitative visual assessments are predominantly used to differentiate PFAs. Objectives: This systematic review aimed to assess 2‐dimensional (2D) biometric measurements currently in use for assessing the PF on fetal MRI to delineate different PFAs. Methods: The protocol was registered (PROSPERO ID CRD42019142162). Eligible studies included T2‐weighted MRI PF measurements in fetuses with and without PFAs, including measurements of the PF, or other brain areas relevant to PFAs. Results: 59 studies were included – 6859 fetuses had 62 2D PF and related measurements. These included linear, area and angular measurements, representing measures of PF size, cerebellum/vermis, brainstem, and supratentorial measurements. 11 measurements were used in 10 or more studies and at least 1200 fetuses. These dimensions were used to characterise normal for gestational age, diagnose a range of pathologies, and predict outcome. Conclusion: A selection of validated 2D biometric measurements of the PF on fetal MRI may be useful for identification of PFA in different clinical settings. Consistent use of these measures, both clinically and for research, is recommended.

Type: Article
Title: Biometric assessments of the posterior fossa by fetal MRI: a systematic review
Location: England
Open access status: An open access version is available from UCL Discovery
DOI: 10.1002/pd.5874
Publisher version: https://doi.org/10.1002/pd.5874
Language: English
Additional information: This version is the author accepted manuscript. For information on re-use, please refer to the publisher's terms and conditions.
UCL classification: UCL
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Brain Sciences
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Brain Sciences > UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Population Health Sciences > UCL EGA Institute for Womens Health
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Population Health Sciences > UCL EGA Institute for Womens Health > Maternal and Fetal Medicine
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Population Health Sciences > UCL EGA Institute for Womens Health > Neonatology
URI: https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10117271
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