Enhanced bowel echoes in the lower abdomen of the fetus may be caused by meconium or fetal developmental abnormalities.
The presence of meconium in the intestines of the fetus, if the meconium accumulates together will cause temporary enhancement of the intestinal echoes, which is a physiological cause, with the activity of the fetus, this ultrasound phenomenon will disappear.
In addition, malformations in the development of the intestinal tubes of the fetus may also cause increased echogenicity of the intestinal tubes, which may be accompanied by malformations in other parts of the body at this time. Ultrasonography and chromosome screening should be performed to determine the likelihood of chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus.
When the fetus is found to have enhanced echogenicity in the lower abdomen during pregnancy checkup, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time, choose an appropriate time for reexamination, and take appropriate interventions under the guidance of the doctor.