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Advances in fetal ultrasound and screening enable early detection of fetal anomalies. Fetal therapy offers in-utero treatment for severe conditions, improving outcomes without inducing prematurity.

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Area of Science:

Perinatology
Fetal Medicine
Medical Imaging

Context:

Improved fetal ultrasound quality and systematic screening programs facilitate earlier detection of fetal anomalies.
While many fetal conditions are treatable postnatally, some progress rapidly, causing severe morbidity or fetal demise.
Delivery is often not a viable option for non-viable fetuses or when prematurity exacerbates the condition.

Purpose:

To review the emerging field of fetal therapy.
To discuss the rationale for intervening in utero for specific fetal anomalies.
To provide an overview of the most common fetal therapies currently available or under investigation.

Summary:

Fetal therapy aims to treat or improve fetal conditions directly within the uterus.
This approach bypasses the risks associated with premature delivery for non-viable fetuses.
The overview covers prevalent fetal anomalies and their corresponding in-utero treatment strategies.

Impact:

Fetal therapy represents a significant advancement in managing complex fetal conditions.
It offers potential to improve fetal viability and long-term health outcomes.
This field holds promise for reducing neonatal morbidity and mortality associated with severe fetal anomalies.