The BBC is reporting that there is some concern over ultrasound baby scans that are done simply for the sake of a souvener among health experts. Ultrasound scans are thought to be safe but sometimes the ultrasounds made as souvenirs as held over the baby's head longer than health check ultrasounds.
Although ultrasound scans to check the baby's health are entirely justifiable and safe, the Health Protection Agency is concerned about "boutique" scanning.
Its independent advisory board looked at the available evidence for any possible health ill effects.
It said more research is needed to determine the long-term consequences.
A similar warning was issued in 2007. The British Medical Journal in 2007 reported that doctors were worried about the rise in companies offering scans solely meant for people to take home and put in baby books.
