Ventricular echogenic foci are small structures within the hearts of some fetuses. These small areas result from increased echogenicity in the ventricles of fetuses located near the papillary muscles. An association between these foci and chromosomal abnormalities in fetuses has been reported. Considering that chromosomal abnormalities are a major cause of prenatal death, this study aimed to determine the value of fetal echogenic foci as markers for chromosomal abnormalities.
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