NT levels 3.9

[Ellynclare]

We had our 12 week scan yesterday and we're sadly told that the NT levels are raised at 3.9mm. We were also told that part of babies tummy hasn't formed properly. We had a follow up call with a screening Midwife who said that had it only been the fluid issue things may have looked a bit more hopeful, but because of the two issues combined we should prepare for the worst.

We have am appointment next Tuesday with a featal specialist and am likely to have a CVS. I feel totally heart broken and almost feel like ive accepted this pregnancy isn't meant to be.

I've read loads of posts on here with similar nt levels, but wondered if anyones also had the abdominal issues on baby?

Struggling to stay positive and would like to connect with others going through the same. Thank you

Hi there, our experience at the 12 week scan was similar, although not exactly the same but I hope this helps. Our baby had a high NT (5.2) and we were told his bowel was echogenic which is another marker for a range of abnormalities. My bloods were awful with very low Papp-a and the consultant was very concerned. The initial scan on the baby’s heart also was unclear and we were told he could have a major defect. We have since had lots of further tests including the CVS and thankfully everything has come back ok so far. The NT and bowel issues have since resolved themselves and a further detailed heart scan has shown it seems to all be fine. It is such an awful worrying time, I cried for days as there seemed to be no hope but you don’t know for sure until you get the further tests. I hope it goes well for you Xx

I'm so sorry to hear you've been through the same but so glad to hear all has resolved itself. I've also not stopped crying, it feels like all hope has gone but I guess the further tests will give us more information. Am dreading that day but know its what is needed now! Xx