Multifetal pregnancies

Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol. 1995 Dec;7(6):465-71.

Abstract

The incidence of multifetal pregnancies has been increasing steadily. Fetal complications such as prematurity, discordant growth, intrauterine fetal demise, twin-twin transfusion, and congenital anomalies account for a large share of perinatal morbidity and mortality. Maternal complications from multiple gestations are also significant. Recent trends in antepartum management such as multifetal pregnancy reduction, specialized prenatal care, and well-timed delivery have improved outcomes. Intrapartum management, including the possibility of asynchronous birth and critical assessment of mode of delivery, has also led to better outcomes. This review provides a brief summary of each of these topics with, a particular focus on the recent literature.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Fetal Diseases / epidemiology
  • Fetal Diseases / prevention & control*
  • Humans
  • Obstetric Labor Complications / prevention & control
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / epidemiology
  • Pregnancy Complications / prevention & control*
  • Pregnancy, Multiple*
  • Prenatal Care