Symptoma

Placental Transfusion Syndrome

Twin to twin transfusion syndrome

In Chapter 2, an overview of the literature is presented. [openaccess.leidenuniv.nl]

[…] large study showed that Quintero stage at presentation, at first treatment and at worst stage did predict both prenatal and double survival but not survival of any twin Tan TYT, Taylor MJO, Lee LY et al. [quizlet.com]

The main problem in our series was that patients were referred too late, and thus presented with more severe complications. [scielo.br]

We also present highlights of the placental examination so the neonatologist can inspect the placenta at the time of delivery and possibly gain insights that may affect patient care. [neoreviews.aappublications.org]

Twin-twin transfusion syndrome poster presentation (click to enlarge) Twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) is a rare syndrome that only occurs in monochorionic (identical) twin pregnancies, where two fetuses share a single placenta. [womensandinfantshealth.ca]

  • Soft Tissue Swelling

    This may lead to heart failure, generalized soft tissue swelling, and in some cases, fetal death. The donor twin is at risk for failure of the kidneys and other organs because of inadequate blood flow. [ucsfbenioffchildrens.org]

    The recipient twin, having to pump the thick extra volume of blood, can develop heart failure, generalized soft tissue swelling (“hydrops”), and, in some cases, fetal death. [fetus.ucsf.edu]

    They also will monitor the twins for heart failure, soft tissue swelling, abnormal and/or differing fluid volumes and abnormal blood flow in the umbilical arteries. [chw.org]

  • Developmental Disabilities

    Without treatment, TTTS can be fatal for one or both babies, or they may have developmental disabilities or birth defects. TTTS can develop at any point during pregnancy, and is usually first detected during prenatal ultrasound exams. [mercy.net]

  • Angiomatosis

    The placenta of the recipient may exhibit strongly pronounced hyperaemia, up to A and B angiomatosis. The author describes two of his own cases, with reference being made to morphological findings. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  • Swelling of Hand

    Warning signs in the mother include: A feeling of rapid growth of the uterus A large uterus Abdominal pain or tightness Premature contractions Sudden increase in weight Swelling of hands and feet in early pregnancy Warning signs on the ultrasound scans [lexology.com]

    Other TTTS warning signs include: Rapid weight gain Sudden, dramatic increases in abdominal size Abdominal pain Decreased fetal movements Premature contractions Swelling in hands and feet Laser procedure saves lives Dr. [kansashealthsystem.com]

  • Placental Disorder

    disorders O43.891 Other placental disorders, first trimester O43.892 Other placental disorders, second trimester O43.893 Other placental disorders, third trimester O43.899 Other placental disorders, unspecified trimester O43.9 Unspecified placental disorder [healthprovidersdata.com]

    […] trimester O43.9 Unspecified placental disorder O43.90 Unspecified placental disorder, unspecified trimester O43.91 Unspecified placental disorder, first trimester O43.92 Unspecified placental disorder, second trimester O43.93 Unspecified placental disorder [icd10coded.com]

    ICD-10-CM Codes › O00-O9A Pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium › O30-O48 Maternal care related to the fetus and amniotic cavity and possible delivery problems › O43- Placental disorders › Fetomaternal placental transfusion syndrome, first trimester [icd10data.com]

  • Enlarged Uterus

    Ultrasounds will be repeated frequently to monitor for signs of TTTS, including an enlarged uterus, fetuses of differing sizes and varying amniotic fluid levels in the amniotic sac. [chw.org]

Laser treatment is a more permanent treatment for TTTS than drainage, which often has to be repeated. However, laser treatment is more complex and is only available at a few hospitals. Your doctor should discuss the possible risks of each procedure. [babycentre.co.uk]

In most cases, the optimal treatment is fetoscopic laser intervention. The UCSF Fetal Treatment Center was one of the first in the world to perform fetoscopic laser intervention to treat TTTS. [ucsfbenioffchildrens.org]

If that’s the case, the treatment will need to be performed again. Selective reduction. This would be the last option for treatment. [fetaltonewborn.org]

Fetal treatment of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome Fetal treatment is an option for some families. [mottchildren.org]

Treatment depends on the severity of the condition (how unequally the blood is shared between the twins) and how far along the pregnancy is. Generally, we begin treatment as soon as possible. Medication may be used in mild cases. [mercy.net]

Prognosis The prognosis for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome depends on the severity of the condition. If the TTTS is mild and the blood imbalance is not too great, both babies are likely to recover completely. [pregnancycorner.com]

This review analyzes the possible pathophysiological mechanisms involved, discusses the latest findings in diagnosis, therapy and prognosis, and focuses on neonatal and pediatric morbidity associated with TTTS. [ingentaconnect.com]

Because of the dismal prognosis of TTTS, various treatment methods have been advocated. [fetalhealthfoundation.org]

The timing of the disease ultimately determines the prognosis for the babies. It is easier to overcome later in pregnancy, when the simplest solution is to deliver the babies. [familyeducation.com]

Certain conditions have both an underlying etiology and multiple body system manifestations due to the underlying etiology. [icd10coded.com]

Fries MH, Goldstein RB, Kilpatrick SJ et al. (1993) The role of velamentous cord insertion in the etiology of twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Obstet Gynecol 81:569–574 PubMed Google Scholar 12. [link.springer.com]

This concise guide describes the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of TTTS. [twinstuff.com]

Pathophysiology: The primary etiology of TTTS is thought to involve intertwin vascular connections within the placenta ( Figure 4 ). [smfm.org]

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Epidemiology Frequency United States Monozygotic twins occur in 3-5 per 1000 pregnancies. Monozygotic twins can be monochorionic or dichorionic. Approximately 75% of monozygotic twins are monochorionic. Only monochorionic twins are at risk for TTTS. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Epidemiology[edit] Based on recent (2005) US NCHS data, the rate of multiple births is now approximately 3.4% (4,138,349 total births, of which 139,816 were twins or higher-order multiple births). [en.wikipedia.org]

Epidemiology/Incidence: TTTS complicates about 8-10% of MCDA pregnancies. The prevalence of TTTS is approximately 1-3 per 10,000 births. [smfm.org]

Malin G, Tonks A, Morris R et al (2012) Congenital lower urinary tract obstruction: a population-based epidemiological study. BJOG 119:1455–1464 CrossRef PubMed 22. [springermedizin.de]

Chorionicity and amniocity in multiple pregnancies affect the risks and therefore management of the pregnancy and so are assessed in early scans. [ 2 ] Epidemiology The incidence of twin pregnancy varies worldwide, from a low incidence of 6.7 per 1,000 [patient.info]

This review analyzes the possible pathophysiological mechanisms involved, discusses the latest findings in diagnosis, therapy and prognosis, and focuses on neonatal and pediatric morbidity associated with TTTS. [ingentaconnect.com]

Wieacker P, Wilhelm C, Prömpeler H et al. (1992) Pathophysiology of polyhydramnios in twin transfusion syndrome. Fetal Diag Ther 7:87–92 Google Scholar 32. [link.springer.com]

Placental pathophysiology of the twin oligohydramnios-polyhydramnios sequence and the twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Placenta. 1998;19:81-6. [ Links ] 29. Yamamoto M, Ville Y. Laser treatment in twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. [scielo.br]

This review analyzes the possible pathophysiologic mechanisms involved, discusses the latest findings in diagnosis, therapy and prognosis, and focuses on neonatal and pediatric morbidity associated with TTTS. [openaccess.leidenuniv.nl]

Pathophysiology TTTS is the result of transfusion of blood from one fetal twin to another twin. The blood transfusion from the donor twin to the recipient twin occurs through placental vascular anastomoses. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Many cases of TTTS can’t be prevented, but maintaining a healthy diet before and during pregnancy can help to prevent TTTS, or make it less severe if it does occur. Take prenatal supplements as recommended by your doctor. [healthline.com]

The recipient twin may also need to take medicine to prevent heart failure. If the twin-to-twin transfusion is mild, both babies often recover fully. Severe cases may result in the death of a twin. TTTS; Fetal transfusion syndrome Carlo WA. [medlineplus.gov]

Therefore in some instances, a failure to have identified a mono-chorionic (identical) pregnancy and/or to properly monitor and follow up for the development of TTTS, may result in a preventable birth injury should harm result to one or both of the twins [bila.ca]

Show More Because TTTS is a progressive disorder, early treatment may prevent complications such as preterm labor and premature rupture of membranes due to excessive amniotic fluid. [ucsfbenioffchildrens.org]