What is Pregnancy Monitoring?

Pregnancy follow-up is a set of regular checks to monitor the health of the expectant mother and the baby and to ensure that the pregnancy goes smoothly. This process is very important to monitor the development of the baby and the health status of the mother during pregnancy. High-risk pregnancy follow-up, on the other hand, involves closely monitoring the risks to the mother or baby and applying the necessary treatments.

How is it done?

In our hospital in Çiğli, Izmir, pregnancy follow-up is carried out using equipment equipped with advanced technology. During the follow-up process:

• Regular Check-ups: The expectant mother’s health parameters such as blood pressure, blood sugar and weight gain are measured regularly.
• Ultrasonography: The baby’s development and the health of its organs are monitored.
• Blood Tests: The mother’s blood levels are checked and problems such as iron deficiency, infection or blood incompatibility are detected.
• Genetic Tests: If necessary, tests are performed to assess the baby’s genetic makeup (for example, amniocentesis or chorionic villus biopsy).
• Perinatologist Follow-up: In high-risk pregnancies, a special follow-up program is applied for mother and baby.

In Which Situations?

Pregnancy monitoring is recommended for every expectant mother, but more careful monitoring is done in high-risk pregnancies. These conditions may include:

• Chronic diseases of the mother (e.g. diabetes or high blood pressure)
• Problems experienced in previous pregnancies (such as premature birth, miscarriage)
• Multiple pregnancies (such as twins, triplets)
• Age of the mother (under 18 or over 35)
• Risk of genetic disease or chromosomal abnormality
• Maternal infection or immune system problems

What are the Treatment Methods?

• Regular Check-ups Periodic examinations to monitor the growth of the baby and the health of the mother.
• Special Tests: Genetic tests and detailed ultrasonography are performed when necessary.
• Medical Treatment: Medication or dietary adjustments are made to keep the mother’s existing illnesses under control.
• Birth Planning: According to the risk factors, the mode and time of delivery are determined to ensure the safest delivery.

Pregnancy follow-up is extremely important for the mother and baby to have a healthy process and ensures that the process proceeds safely with the necessary interventions in case of any risk.