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Pathological consequences of the vanishing twin.

K Csécsei1, Z Tóth, G T Szeifert

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Medical School, Debrecen, Hungary.

Acta Chirurgica Hungarica
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Fetus papyraceus, a mummified twin, results from fetal death in early pregnancy. Ultrasonography effectively demonstrates this condition and potential malformations in the surviving twin.

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Area of Science:

  • Perinatology
  • Fetal Medicine
  • Obstetrics

Background:

  • Fetus papyraceus is a rare complication in twin pregnancies.
  • It involves a mummified and compressed fetus alongside a viable twin.
  • Fetal demise typically occurs in the second trimester.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the phenomenon of fetus papyraceus.
  • To highlight the diagnostic capabilities of ultrasonography.
  • To emphasize the importance of post-termination evaluation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on fetus papyraceus.
  • Discussion of ultrasonographic findings.
  • Emphasis on clinical management and pathological examination.

Main Results:

  • Fetal death early in the second trimester leads to compression (fetus papyraceus).
  • Later fetal death results in maceration, not compression.
  • Ultrasonography is effective in diagnosing fetus papyraceus.
  • Fetal demise can be associated with malformations in the surviving twin.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis and monitoring of twin pregnancies are crucial.
  • Ultrasonography plays a key role in identifying fetus papyraceus.
  • Postpartum evaluation, including placental examination, is essential for comprehensive management.

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