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Triplet pregnancy.

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    British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
    |July 1, 1978
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    Maternal age and infant maturity significantly impact triplet survival. Infant sex and delivery method also play roles, with girls and assisted breech deliveries showing better outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Perinatology
    • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
    • Neonatology

    Background:

    • Triplet pregnancies present unique challenges for fetal survival.
    • Understanding prognostic factors is crucial for optimizing neonatal outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze factors influencing fetal survival in triplet pregnancies.
    • To identify key determinants of neonatal outcomes in this high-risk obstetric scenario.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 14 triplet pregnancies.
    • Evaluation of maternal age, parity, infant maturity, birth weight, delivery method, and infant sex as prognostic indicators.

    Main Results:

    • Older maternal age correlated with improved fetal survival.

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  • Infant maturity at birth was a stronger predictor of survival than birth weight.
  • Assisted breech delivery had a better prognosis than spontaneous breech delivery.
  • Female infants demonstrated better survival rates than males.
  • A high incidence of monozygotic twin pairs was observed.

    • Conclusions:

    • Maternal age and infant maturity are critical factors in triplet pregnancy outcomes.
    • Delivery mode and infant sex influence survival, suggesting targeted interventions may be beneficial.
    • Further research into the high incidence of monozygotic twins in triplets is warranted.