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Cordocentesis

J G Bell1, S Weiner

  • 1Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia.

Current Opinion in Obstetrics & Gynecology
|April 1, 1993
PubMed
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Cordocentesis, a method accessing fetal circulation, has advanced prenatal diagnosis and therapy. This review covers its use in diagnosing and treating fetal conditions like isoimmunization, infection, platelet disorders, and genetic issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Perinatal Medicine
  • Fetal Medicine
  • Prenatal Diagnostics

Background:

  • Cordocentesis provides direct access to fetal circulation.
  • Significant advancements in prenatal diagnosis and fetal therapy have emerged over the last decade.
  • Fetal blood sampling is crucial for managing various intrauterine conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current research on cordocentesis applications.
  • To discuss the role of fetal blood sampling in diagnosing and treating erythrocyte isoimmunization and fetal infections.
  • To evaluate the utility of cordocentesis in assessing fetal platelet abnormalities, intrauterine growth retardation, thyroid function, and genetic investigations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current research and clinical applications of cordocentesis.

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  • Analysis of fetal blood sampling techniques for diagnosis and therapy.
  • Examination of cordocentesis's role in evaluating specific fetal conditions.

    • Main Results:

    • Cordocentesis is instrumental in diagnosing and treating erythrocyte isoimmunization and fetal infections.
    • Fetal blood sampling aids in evaluating platelet abnormalities, intrauterine growth retardation, and fetal thyroid function.
    • The procedure is valuable for genetic investigations in utero.

    Conclusions:

    • Cordocentesis has significantly improved prenatal diagnosis and fetal therapy.
    • The review highlights the broad utility of fetal blood sampling in managing complex fetal conditions.
    • Understanding the procedure's complications and loss rates is essential for clinical practice.