Literature DB >> 19271696

Diagnosis and management of a monochorionic/monoamniotic twin gestation discordant for fetal anomalies.

Courtney D Cuppett1, Michael L Stitely.   

Abstract

Monoamniotic twinning is rare and associated with fetal mortality as high as 13-32% (1). In pregnancies discordant for fetal anomalies, mortality is as high as 43% (2.3). Currently, the optimal management and timing of delivery is not clearly defined. A 28-year-old presented with a monochorionic/monoamniotic twin gestation with unexplained ascites, ventriculomegaly, and pericardial effusion of Twin B. She was admitted at 24 weeks for intensive fetal surveillance and sulindac therapy. Planned Cesarean delivery was performed at 32 weeks gestation. A favorable neonatal outcome was achieved. Aggressive inpatient surveillance and intentional preterm delivery may result in favorable outcomes in monochorionic/monoamniotic twin gestations.

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Year:  2009        PMID: 19271696

Source DB:  PubMed          Journal:  W V Med J        ISSN: 0043-3284


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1.  Presence of an umbilical artery notch in monochorionic/monoamniotic twins.

Authors:  Alma Aurioles-Garibay; Edgar Hernandez-Andrade; Roberto Romero; Maynor Garcia; Faisal Qureshi; Suzanne M Jacques; Hyunyoung Ahn; Lami Yeo; Tinnakorn Chaiworapongsa; Sonia S Hassan
Journal:  Fetal Diagn Ther       Date:  2014-07-22       Impact factor: 2.587

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