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| U | Ultrasound is the application of high – frequency sound waves. With the help of some special device, ultrasound waves can be bounced off of the tissues. After that the echoes can be converted into a picture, which is called sonogram. With the help of ultrasound imaging, also known as ultrasonography, physicians as well as patients have an ability to receive an inside view of soft tissues and body cavities without application of any kind of invasive techniques. Ultrasound investigation is usually applied with the aim of examination of a fetus during pregnancy. In addition, it has been proved, that there is no danger from ultrasound investigations, conducted during pregnancy term.
Umbilical cord is the cord, which provides the connection between the placenta and the developing baby. Through the umbilical cord all waste products and carbon dioxide get removed from the baby, and oxygenated blood and nutrients from the mother are brought to the little one.
Umbilicus is the same as the bellybutton.
Ureters are called two tubes, leading from the kidneys to the bladder, which drain urine.
Uterine atony means not enough of tone of the uterus.
Uterus is a female reproductive organ, in which an embryo develops into a fetus, and a fetus grows and develops into a baby. Uterus may also be called a womb.
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