Dual demise following laser surgery for twin-twin transfusion syndrome: Analysis of 52 cases at a single fetal surgery center.

Ariane C YoussefzadehGabrielle L GlassenAndrew H ChonLisa M KorstTania F EsakoffYalda AfsharCiprian P GheorgheArlyn LlanesRamen H Chmait

Published in: Prenatal diagnosis (2021)

The most common cause of dual demise post laser surgery for TTTS was preterm birth, reinforcing the need for studies regarding the etiology and prevention of post-fetoscopy prematurity. Nearly one-quarter of dual demise cases were deemed potentially preventable.

Keyphrases

minimally invasive
preterm birth
coronary artery bypass
surgical site infection
low birth weight
preterm infants
emergency department
high speed
gestational age
sickle cell disease
drug induced