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Oligohydramnios with amnio-chorionic separation at 15-16 weeks' gestation

M Bronshtein1, E Z Zimmer

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rambam Medical Center, Technion--Israel Institute of Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Haifa.

Prenatal Diagnosis
|February 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Early second-trimester oligohydramnios, a condition of low amniotic fluid, is strongly linked to fetal abnormalities. This finding highlights the importance of early ultrasound screening for potential developmental issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Perinatal Medicine
  • Fetal Medicine
  • Diagnostic Ultrasound

Background:

  • Oligohydramnios, characterized by reduced amniotic fluid, can indicate underlying fetal issues.
  • Amnio-chorionic separation is another potential indicator of pregnancy complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between oligohydramnios and amnio-chorionic separation in early pregnancy with fetal abnormalities.

Main Methods:

  • Vaginal ultrasound examinations were performed on 7000 women at 15-16 weeks' gestation.
  • Oligohydramnios was diagnosed based on specific amniotic fluid volume and membrane characteristics.
  • Fetal malformations and chromosomal analyses were assessed in affected cases.

Main Results:

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  • Nine cases of oligohydramnios with amnio-chorionic separation were identified.
  • All nine cases exhibited fetal malformations.
  • Four out of six fetuses with available chromosomal analysis showed abnormal karyotypes.

Conclusions:

  • Early second-trimester oligohydramnios is significantly associated with fetal abnormalities.
  • The presence of oligohydramnios in early pregnancy warrants thorough fetal evaluation.
  • This suggests oligohydramnios may be an early marker for significant fetal compromise.