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A morphology scan, also known as the 20-week scan, is a detailed ultrasound that checks your baby’s development and growth. It’s usually performed between 20 and 22 weeks of pregnancy and is a routine part of prenatal care. This fact sheet answers these questions:...

We sat down with QUFW’s Lyn Stephens to learn more about her role at QUFW’s Ipswich clinic, her passion for obstetric and gynaecology patient care, and more. Lyn is the clinic coordinator at QUFW's Ipswich rooms, where she manages the clinic’s operations and, most...

We sat down with QUFW’s Dr. Carol Portmann to learn more about her journey as an obstetrics and gynaecology specialist, her commitment to helping women get the best pregnancy outcomes, her thoughts on medical technology, and more. Dr. Carol Portmann is a...

Endometriosis is a common inflammatory condition that occurs when tissue similar to the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) grows in other locations around the body. In many cases, endometriosis causes discomfort, pain, and, occasionally, fertility issues....

Despite endometriosis being a relatively common condition, it is challenging to identify and diagnose. For many years, laparoscopic surgery has been the “gold standard” procedure for definitively identifying endometriosis. However, the use of transvaginal ultrasound...

As you approach your upcoming ultrasound, it's natural to have questions about what to expect, how to prepare, and what insights the procedure can provide about your baby's health and development. Ultrasounds are an important part of prenatal care, offering you and...

Placenta accreta spectrum is a potentially life-threatening obstetric condition where the placenta grows too deeply into the wall of the uterus. This abnormality may prevent the placenta from detaching after childbirth, causing significant maternal bleeding and other...