Assessing High-Risk Pregnancy Impact on Premature Infant Brain Development Using Synthetic MRI and Doppler Ultrasound

Motivation: To explore high-risk pregnancy effects on premature infant brain development. Conditions like preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and thyroid dysfunction can profoundly impact fetal brain development. Goal(s): To evaluate the correlation between synthetic MRI and Doppler ultrasound in assessing brain development in high-risk pregnancies. Approach: 54 infants from high-risk pregnancies and 50 from low-risk pregnancies were studied, analyzing various brain regions and blood flow parameters. Results: Findings indicate moderate correlations between synthetic MRI and Doppler ultrasound data, providing a comprehensive assessment of premature infant brain development in high-risk pregnancies, with specific MRI and blood flow correlations. Impact: This study's findings expand our understanding of high-risk pregnancy effects on infant brain development. They offer clinicians a valuable tool for early intervention, potentially improving outcomes for premature infants born to high-risk mothers.