Pregnancy Care in Belgrade

Your period is late, you feel nauseous, and your breasts are tender and swollen. These are signs that often first lead you to think you may be pregnant. A home pregnancy test provides the first indication, but true confirmation and a reliable diagnosis are obtained only through an ultrasound examination by a gynecologist. In the following text, we explain how pregnancy is confirmed, what to expect during the first examination, what regular monitoring throughout the nine months looks like, and what pregnancy care at our Polyclinic includes.

Pregnancy Diagnosis

The only reliable way to diagnose a normal pregnancy is through an ultrasound examination along with laboratory tests. These determine:

• whether a pregnancy is present,

• the position of the fetus in the uterus,

• fetal heart activity (if the heartbeat cannot be detected during the first examination, the examination is repeated until the heartbeat can be heard),

• the gestational age, i.e., the week of pregnancy (GW),

• the expected due date.

First Gynecological Examination During Pregnancy

The first examination begins with a conversation (medical history). The doctor collects information about family and personal medical history, including allergies to medications, previous infectious diseases, diabetes, thyroid disorders, blood pressure, body weight, previous deliveries, and miscarriages. Based on this information, the doctor assesses whether the pregnancy is normal (physiological) or high-risk, requiring closer monitoring.

The doctor also provides advice on how to alleviate common pregnancy symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, heartburn, hemorrhoids and constipation, and varicose veins. You will also receive recommendations regarding diet, physical activity, sexual activity, medication use, and the possibility of traveling. The doctor also assesses your ability to work.

Ultrasound Examination During Pregnancy

Ultrasound is used to assess the gestational age and viability of the pregnancy, the baby's appearance, and its development. The baby's movements can also be observed. The fetal heart beats extremely quickly, at around 160 to 170 beats per minute.

Pregnancy Monitoring Process

A gynecological examination includes an ultrasound and, when necessary, colposcopy, a Pap test, and cervical and vaginal swabs. Laboratory tests may also be performed, including a complete blood count, iron, urinalysis, blood glucose, urea, creatinine, AST, ALT, total protein, and blood type with Rh factor. During pregnancy, it is necessary to visit a gynecologist at least once a month.

Pregnancy monitoring is a standard service at our Polyclinic. Regular prenatal examinations are extremely important for monitoring the baby's growth and development, the health of the pregnant woman, and the timely diagnosis of any conditions that may occur during pregnancy.

Your Gynecologist: Dr. Vladislav Milošević

Pregnancy monitoring and prenatal preparation at Polyclinic Belgrade are conducted by Dr. Vladislav Milošević, one of the most experienced gynecologists in Serbia, with more than 25 years of experience, most of which he spent working in a maternity hospital. Throughout his career, he has assisted in more than 5,000 deliveries and performed 2,000 surgical procedures. He has extensive experience in perinatology and has authored more than 50 papers published in professional literature and presented at national and international congresses.

Other Gynecological Services at the Polyclinic

In addition to pregnancy monitoring, the Polyclinic offers:

• specialist gynecological examinations,

• gynecological ultrasound,

• gynecological Doppler ultrasound,

• colposcopy,

• Papanicolaou test,

• gynecological swabs,

• HPV typing,

• treatment of menstrual cycle disorders and menopause counseling.

A gynecological examination lasts 45 to 60 minutes and begins with a conversation with the patient, followed by an examination of the external and internal genital organs. The doctor also reviews previous medical documentation, if available, and provides advice and recommendations for further treatment, with additional diagnostic tests suggested if necessary. It is recommended to have a gynecological examination at least once a year.

Service Prices

The cost of pregnancy monitoring depends on the complexity of the pregnancy, the number and type of examinations, as well as the tests that may or may not be required. You can find the complete list of services and current prices in the Polyclinic price list.

Professional Support Throughout Your Pregnancy

Pregnancy care involves much more than regular check-ups. It provides reassurance to the expectant mother, enables monitoring of the baby's development, and contributes to the timely detection of conditions that may require additional attention or treatment.

At Polyclinic Belgrade, every pregnant woman receives professional support from an experienced gynecologist and access to modern diagnostics throughout all trimesters. The goal is for the pregnancy to progress safely, with maximum care for the mother's health and the proper development of the baby.

Book your first examination today by calling 011/301 80 81 and place yourself in expert care from the very beginning of your pregnancy.