Fetal telemedicine: six month pilot of real‐time ultrasound and video consultation between the Isle of Wight and London

Abstract

A fetal telemedicine service is technically and clinically feasible. This demonstration suggests that such a service reduces the need for physical referral while increasing the rate of consultation, allowing better selection of patients who might benefit from referral. Further evaluation in a variety of clinical settings is now indicated, along with cost-benefit analysis.