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Mirror syndrome. A case report.

Alex C Vidaeff¹, E Rebecca Pschirrer, Joan M Mastrobattista

¹Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, University of Texas Houston Medical School, 6431 Fannin Street, Suite 3.604, Houston, TX 77030, USA. alex.c.vidaeff@uth.tmc.edu

The Journal of Reproductive Medicine

|October 17, 2002

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Mirror syndrome, a rare condition where maternal water retention mirrors fetal hydropic changes, requires prompt recognition. Early delivery is crucial for favorable maternal and fetal outcomes in severe cases.

Area of Science:

Maternal-fetal medicine
Reproductive endocrinology

Background:

Mirror syndrome is a rare obstetric complication characterized by maternal edema mirroring fetal hydrops.
It is often misdiagnosed as preeclampsia, highlighting the need for accurate diagnostic criteria.

Observation:

A 26-year-old pregnant woman presented with severe edema and rapid weight gain at 31 weeks' gestation.
Sonographic findings included hydramnios and fetal ascites, with maternal workup negative for common conditions like preeclampsia.

Findings:

The case illustrates mirror syndrome as a manifestation of severe fetal hydrops.
Prompt diagnosis and delivery led to successful outcomes for both mother and neonate.

Implications:

Accurate identification of mirror syndrome is vital to differentiate it from preeclampsia and manage risks.

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Immediate delivery is recommended when the cause of fetal hydrops is uncorrectable to prevent fetal demise and maternal complications.