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In vitro fertilization represents a risk factor for vasa praevia
LaurenŢiu Cornel Pirtea1, Dorin Grigoraş, Ioan Sas
1Department of Anatomy and Embryology, "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara, Romania; adelina.jianu@gmail.com.
Summary
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a risk factor for vasa praevia, a dangerous pregnancy complication. Pregnancies conceived via IVF require screening for vasa praevia using transvaginal ultrasound.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Reproductive Medicine
Background:
- Vasa praevia is a rare but life-threatening obstetric emergency.
- Identifying risk factors for vasa praevia is crucial for improved maternal and fetal outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate existing literature on in vitro fertilization (IVF) as a potential risk factor for vasa praevia.
- To review diagnostic and management strategies for vasa praevia in pregnancies conceived via IVF.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search of PubMed and Cochrane Library.
- Keywords used: vasa praevia, in vitro fertilization, velamentous cord insertion, placenta praevia.
- Analysis of identified conditions linking IVF to increased vasa praevia risk.
Main Results:
- In vitro fertilization is identified as a significant risk factor for developing vasa praevia.
- Specific conditions associated with IVF that elevate vasa praevia risk were discussed.
Conclusions:
- Pregnancies resulting from in vitro fertilization necessitate vigilant screening for vasa praevia.
- Transvaginal ultrasound is recommended for routine screening of vasa praevia in IVF-conceived pregnancies.
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