Abstract
Triplet-to-triplet transfusion is a rare clinical complication of monochorionic pregnancies. We present such a case in a monochorionic triamniotic triplet gestation. After a single fetal demise an ongoing twin-to-twin transfusion continued in the surviving triplets. The donor triplet had ultrasound evidence of secondary structural brain damage. The pregnancy was successfully managed with bipolar umbilical cord coagulation of the donor triplet and spontaneous vaginal delivery of the recipient triplet. The case highlights the clinical spectrum and diagnostic and management options that present themselves in these high-risk pregnancies.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 397-400 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 7 2003 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Cord coagulation
- Fetal therapy
- Monochorionic pregnancy
- Triplet-to-triplet transfusion
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Embryology
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging
- Obstetrics and Gynecology