[Actual treatment options of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome]

Ginekol Pol. 2006 Apr;77(4):317-22.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome -TTTS is observed in 10-15% of monochorionic twin pregnancies. The pathogenesis of the syndrome is still unknown, and the mortality reaches 80-90% if not treated. There are two invasive treatment options of TTTS: Fetoscopic laser coagulation of the placental anastomoses and serial amniodrainages. Endoscopic laser coagulation of anastomoses is a more effective first-line treatment than serial amnioreduction for severe TTTS. The rate of major neurologic complications is higher in amnioreduction group, than in Fetoscopic group.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arteriovenous Anastomosis / pathology
  • Female
  • Fetofetal Transfusion / diagnosis*
  • Fetofetal Transfusion / surgery*
  • Fetoscopy
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy
  • Placenta / blood supply
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Outcome
  • Twins*
  • Ultrasonography, Prenatal