Why do doctors perform ultrasound on pregnant women?

Why do doctors perform ultrasound on pregnant women?

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Ultrasound is performed on pregnant women because it gives us some detailed information about the developing baby and with regard to the mother's uterus. This can be done without using any ionizing radiation.