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W A Hogge1, S Thiagarajah, A N Brenbridge

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA 22908.

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|January 1, 1988
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Percutaneous umbilical blood sampling, also known as cordocentesis, offers direct fetal circulation access for assessment and therapy. This study confirms its efficacy in evaluating fetal conditions during pregnancy.

Area of Science:

  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Fetal Diagnosis
  • Interventional Obstetrics

Background:

  • Direct access to fetal circulation is crucial for diagnosing and managing various pregnancy complications.
  • Existing diagnostic methods may have limitations in specific clinical scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and clinical utility of percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (cordocentesis).
  • To assess the procedure's role in managing diverse fetal conditions during the second and third trimesters.

Main Methods:

  • Seventeen patients underwent cordocentesis between December 1985 and December 1986.
  • Indications included ultrasound-detected fetal abnormalities, equivocal amniocentesis results, nonimmune hydrops fetalis, and isoimmune disorders.

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Main Results:

  • The procedure provided direct access to fetal circulation for diagnostic and potentially therapeutic interventions.
  • Successful application in evaluating a range of complex fetal conditions was demonstrated.

Conclusions:

  • Cordocentesis is an effective procedure for fetal assessment and therapy.
  • The technique shows promise as a valuable tool in managing high-risk pregnancies.