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Decision making in multifetal pregnancy reduction for triplets

I Souter1, T M Goodwin

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA.

American Journal of Perinatology
|February 25, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Counseling couples on multifetal pregnancy reduction, especially triplets to twins, offers benefits like reduced costs and hospital stays. However, evidence is unclear if this intervention increases the likelihood of bringing home a healthy baby.

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Area of Science:

  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Reproductive Health
  • Obstetrics

Background:

  • Higher-order multiple gestations present complex management challenges.
  • Multifetal pregnancy reduction (MPR) is an intervention considered in these cases.
  • Existing literature provides data on expectant management versus MPR.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize literature on counseling for higher-order multiple gestations regarding MPR.
  • To present data comparing expectant management with MPR, specifically reduction to twins.
  • To organize information using patient-oriented questions to guide clinical decisions.

Main Methods:

  • Computer-assisted literature search.
  • Review of 83 articles, primarily published after 1989.

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  • Analysis of data on natural history, management, and outcomes of multifetal pregnancies.

    • Main Results:

    • A consensus exists that reducing triplets to twins yields significant secondary benefits.
    • These benefits include reduced healthcare costs and shorter hospitalizations for mother and baby.
    • A decrease in moderate morbidities associated with preterm delivery is observed.

    Conclusions:

    • While MPR to twins offers clear advantages in resource utilization and maternal/neonatal morbidity.
    • The data does not definitively confirm whether MPR improves the likelihood of a healthy infant survival.
    • Further research is needed to clarify the impact of MPR on the ultimate goal of a healthy baby.