Is ultrasound safe?
This is probably the most important question to ask. Baby’s First Images is an AAUIF Accredited ultrasound facility member. AAUIF is an association of ultrasound facilities operating at the industry’s highest standards and protocols. Another way to answer this question is to read the official statement of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine: “No confirmed biological effects on patients or instrument operators caused by exposure at intensities typical of present diagnostic ultrasound equipment have ever been reported. Although the possibility exists that biological effects may be identified in the future, current data indicates that the benefits to patients outweigh the risk, if any, that may be present.” A.I.U.M. website, 2003.
Diagnostic ultrasound is FDA approved and has been in use for over 35 years. The American institute of Ultrasound in Medicine has issued the following statement in regards to the clinical ultrasound: “No confirmed biological effects on patients or instrument operator caused by exposure at intensities typical of present diagnostic instruments have ever been reported. Although the possibility exists that such biological effects may be identified in the future, current data indicate that the benefit to patients of the prudent use of diagnostic ultrasound outweigh the risks if any, that may be present.
Diagnostic ultrasound has been in use for over 25 years. The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine has issued the following statement in regards to the clinical safety of ultrasound: “No confirmed biological effects on patients or instrument operator caused by exposure at intensities typical of present diagnostic instruments have ever been reported. Although the possibility exists that such biological effects may be identified in the future, current data indicate that the benefits to patients of the prudent use of diagnostic ultrasound outweigh the risks, if any, that may be present.” GE Healthcare / Patient Information www.gehealthcare.
It is now standard prenatal care to receive at least one ultrasound during your pregnancy. Extensive studies over the past 30 years have failed to demonstrate any harmful effects from ultrasound. If you have any concerns about safety, we urge you to speak with your physician prior to making an appointment. The Food and Drug Administration, does not recommend that women have an ultrasound performed for entertainment purposes.
