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Genetic amniocentesis in twin gestations

S Elias, A B Gerbie, J L Simpson

    American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
    |September 15, 1980
    PubMed
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    Routine ultrasonography reliably detects twin gestations before genetic amniocentesis. In most cases, fluid from both amniotic sacs can be successfully sampled with minimal complications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Prenatal Diagnostics
    • Medical Imaging

    Background:

    • Genetic amniocentesis is a common prenatal diagnostic procedure.
    • Accurate detection of multiple gestations is crucial for appropriate prenatal care and management.
    • Routine ultrasonography is widely used in prenatal care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of routine ultrasonography in detecting twin gestations prior to genetic amniocentesis.
    • To assess the feasibility and success rate of sampling amniotic fluid from both sacs in twin gestations.
    • To determine the complication rate associated with ultrasound-guided amniocentesis in twin pregnancies.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective study of 1,613 women undergoing genetic amniocentesis.
    • Utilized routine ultrasonography for prenatal assessment.
    • Detailed analysis of twin gestation detection rates and amniotic fluid sampling success.

    Main Results:

    • Ultrasonography detected 25 out of 26 multiple gestations (96.2% detection rate).
    • In 20 women with twin gestations, fluid was successfully obtained from both amniotic sacs in 19 cases (95% success rate).
    • The complication rate for patients and fetuses was observed to be minimal.

    Conclusions:

    • Routine ultrasonography is a reliable method for detecting twin gestations before genetic amniocentesis.
    • Amniotic fluid sampling from both sacs in twin gestations is usually feasible.
    • The procedure appears to have a low complication rate, though further studies with larger sample sizes are warranted.

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