A 28-week pregnant patient (Gravida 8, Para 2) was receiving high-risk prenatal care due to several factors: advanced maternal age, chronic hypertension, obesity, and a history of two prior Cesarean deliveries (2020, 2022). During a routine visit, she reported localized pain in the lower uterine segment, right of midline, particularly when transitioning between sitting and standing.
Through a high degree of clinical coordination and further targeted ultrasound, the BB Imaging team supported the discovery of a uterine window defect—an area of thinning in the lower uterine segment. This structural vulnerability directly corresponded with the patient’s symptoms and raised concern for potential uterine rupture, especially given her obstetric history.
Following the findings, the patient was promptly sent to labor and delivery for administration of antenatal corticosteroids to accelerate fetal lung maturity, with a repeat Cesarean delivery planned within 24–48 hours. Thanks to early detection, the care team was able to proactively plan a carefully managed delivery, reducing the risk of future maternal and fetal complications. The critical findings were later confirmed at delivery via Cesarean section, reinforcing the importance of timely and informed obstetric intervention.
With highly detailed imaging and thoughtful clinical intuition, the BB Imaging team identified a subtle yet significant concern, reinforcing the value of timely, informed intervention in advancing care outcomes.
