Is scan showing gestational sac of 16mm, no yolk sac, fetal pole and cardiac activity serious?
Patient: Hi I m 8 weeks pregnant now as per my lmp I.e.,dec 19th 2010.but the today s scan says it is 5.1 weeks and there is only a gestational sac of 16 mm seen, no yolk sac,fetal pole and cardiac activity.the doctor says to repat scan after a week and in the meanwhile to get the bhcg done.I m very much worried as to hw to go about it and morever I had a misscarriage at my first pregnancy the same time last year.pls advice Doctor: Hello dear,I understand your concern.Iam very sorry for your condition.In my opinion the presence of empty gestational sac without yolk sac ,fetal pole and cardiac activity  might need to be evaluated to rule out any blighted ovum.Usually fetal pole and yolk sac are visible in abdominal ultrasound by 7 weeks.Anyways repetition of ultrasound after a week and serum B Hcg will help in diagnosis.Take progesterone and folic acid supplements.Nothing to worry.Have hope and avoid stress.Best regards...Dr,srilatha