Pavel Calda1, Miroslav Brestak. 1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, First Medical School, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic. calda@gynstart.cz
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to compare amniovacucentesis to the usual syringe use for amniotic fluid aspiration. STUDY DESIGN: We compared 2 groups of procedures: 1117 amniocenteses performed with the usual syringe technique and 1219 amniovacucenteses. RESULTS: The numbers of needle insertions, unsuccessful amniocyte cultures, and miscarriage up to 21 days after the procedure were statistically not significant (P>.01) comparing the 2 techniques. CONCLUSION: The vacuum tube serves as an automated aspiration tool alternative. The major subjective differences between the 2 methods are the operator's comfort and dexterity during sampling and the absence of an extra manipulation of the amniotic fluid after aspiration.
OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to compare amniovacucentesis to the usual syringe use for amniotic fluid aspiration. STUDY DESIGN: We compared 2 groups of procedures: 1117 amniocenteses performed with the usual syringe technique and 1219 amniovacucenteses. RESULTS: The numbers of needle insertions, unsuccessful amniocyte cultures, and miscarriage up to 21 days after the procedure were statistically not significant (P>.01) comparing the 2 techniques. CONCLUSION: The vacuum tube serves as an automated aspiration tool alternative. The major subjective differences between the 2 methods are the operator's comfort and dexterity during sampling and the absence of an extra manipulation of the amniotic fluid after aspiration.
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