Short and long-term outcome of fetuses undergoing thoracoamniotic shunting for fetal hydrothorax.

FHT is associated with other pathologies in a quarter of cases and carries a significant risk of prematurity, mortality and neonatal morbidity. The outcome is good in survivors but is best in isolated cases. Predictors of outcome at diagnosis are poor. Future improvement in diagnostics at time of diagnosis may help identify those who would benefit most from treatment. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.