A stillborn fetus with amniotic band syndrome and elevated levels of alpha-fetoprotein plus beta-human chorionic gonadotropin: a case report.

abstract：:Ectopia cordis (EC) is a rare malformation due to failure of maturation of the midline mesodermal components of the chest and abdomen. It can be defined as a complete or partial displacement of the heart outside the thoracic cavity. It comprises 0.1% of congenital heart diseases. Common cardiac anomalies associated wi...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Sadłecki P,Krekora M,Krasomski G,Walentowicz-Sadłecka M,Grabiec M,Moll J,Respondek-Liberska M

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the prenatal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging finding of periventricular, large subependymal pseudocysts (SEPCs) in a patient who was later diagnosed as having mitochondrial depletion syndrome (MDS). To our knowledge, this is the first report of fetal SEPCs in a patient with MDS. These findings may ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Rohrbach M,Chitayat D,Maegawa G,Shanske S,Davidzon G,Chong K,Clarke JT,Toi A,Tarnopolsky M,Robinson B,Blaser S

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Total anomalous pulmonary venous return (TAPVR) is a congenital heart malformation that can be diagnosed in the fetus by indirect indicators on an echocardiogram, such as inability to demonstrate the pulmonary veins returning to the left atrium by color Doppler, the presence of a chamber or the pulmonary venous conflu...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Cormier CM,Kramer LA,Gupta-Malhotra M

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We herein reviewed 630 malformed fetuses delivered from 24 weeks of gestation onwards in our institute over the past 22 years. These fetuses were divided into 2 groups: 210 from 1970 to 1982 (group 1) and 420 from 1983 to 1991 (group 2). Twenty-two varieties of congenital malformations were diagnosed antenatally in gr...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Hori E,Koyanagi T,Yoshizato T,Maeda H,Satoh S,Suita S,Ueda K,Nakano H

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abnormalities of placental shape are occasionally seen on ultrasound. They have not been reported to be associated with abnormalities in fetal anatomy and karyotype. Here, we report on a rare case of placenta fenestrata with triploid karyotype. A 15-year-old patient presented at 21 weeks and 3 days gestation for ultra...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Linhart JM,Grafe MR,Saade GR,Velagaleti GV

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to determine the potential of human embryonic stem (hES) cells to provide an in vitro model of human extraembryonic endoderm development. METHODS:The hES cell line HES-2 was propagated in Dulbecco's modification of Eagle's medium (DMEM) in the presence of 20% fetal calf serum ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Conley BJ,Trounson AO,Mollard R

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to describe the association between fetal echogenic bowel (FEB) diagnosed during the second trimester and adverse perinatal outcomes in an Australian antenatal population. METHODS:A retrospective analysis of ultrasound scans was performed between March 1, 2004 and March 1, 2009 a...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Ameratunga DM,Said JM,Reidy K,Palma-Dias R

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fetal stem cell transplantation may rely on material from therapeutic abortions. It is essential that the stem cell transplant does not transmit any microorganisms that may affect the fetus and that genetically abnormal cells are avoided. To evaluate such contamination, human fetal stem cells collected February 1992 -...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Ek S,Westgren M,Pschera H,Seiger A,Sundström E,Bui TH,Ringdén O

更新日期：1994-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficiency of percutaneous intratumor laser ablation for fetal solid sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT). SUBJECTS AND METHODS:We carried out percutaneous ultrasound-guided intratumor laser ablation through a 17-gauge needle using an output of 40 W in 7 fetuses with large solid SCT and reviewed the...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Litwińska M,Litwińska E,Janiak K,Piaseczna-Piotrowska A,Szaflik K

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Tissue Doppler echocardiography is being increasingly used in fetal medicine as a clinical and research tool. The objective of this study was to review the current status of tissue Doppler imaging (TDI) techniques applied to the fetus. METHODS:Fetal cardiac function was evaluated using spectral and color TDI...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Comas M,Crispi F

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the rate of pulmonary stenosis and functional pulmonary atresia (PS/PA) in recipient twins prior to fetal surgery for twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) and their pre- and postnatal outcomes. METHODS:We carried out a prospective study including 260 cases of TTTS. Echocardiography was performed...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Ortiz JU,Masoller N,Gómez O,Bennasar M,Eixarch E,Lobmaier SM,Crispi F,Gratacos E,Martinez JM

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Our purpose was to evaluate the relationship between meconium-stained amniotic fluid (MEC-AF) and amniotic fluid volume (AFV) and their impact on the risk of cesarean delivery for fetal indications in term pregnancies. METHODS:1,655 live-born singleton gestations delivering at > or = 37 weeks within 7 days o...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Blackwell SC,Wolfe HM,Redman ME,Hassan SS,Berry SM,Treadwell MC,Zador I,Carreno CA,Sorokin Y

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Myelomeningocele is a neural tube defect resulting in an exposed spinal cord, which leads to irreversible neurologic damage at birth. We proposed development of a fetal rabbit model of myelomeningocele to study in utero spinal cord injury and repair strategies. METHODS:New Zealand white rabbits (n = 10) at 2...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Housley HT,Graf JL,Lipshultz GS,Calvano CJ,Harrison MR,Farmer DL,Jennings RW

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Functional residual capacity (FRC) was measured at 2-8 (median 4) weeks of age in 100 infants whose mothers had entered a randomized trial of amniocentesis versus chorion villus sampling (CVS) at 10-13 weeks gestation. At measurement all of the infants were well and none had respiratory problems. No significant differ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Thompson PJ,Greenough A,Nicolaides KH

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate lower extremity neuromotor function (LENF) and short-term ambulatory potential following fetal myelomeningocele (fMMC) closure. METHODS:Retrospective chart review of 54 children that underwent fMMC closure at our institution prior to the NIHCD-MOMS trial. Neonatal LENF was compared to predicted f...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Danzer E,Gerdes M,Bebbington MW,Sutton LN,Melchionni J,Adzick NS,Wilson RD,Johnson MP

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the failure rate and performance of cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, mainly in terms of detection rates for trisomy 21, performed by 2 laboratories using different analytical methods. METHODS:cfDNA testing was performed on 2,870 pregnancies with the HarmonyTM Prenatal Test using the targeted digit...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Bevilacqua E,Jani JC,Letourneau A,Duiella SF,Kleinfinger P,Lohmann L,Resta S,Cos Sanchez T,Fils JF,Mirra M,Benachi A,Costa JM

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a fetus scanned by color Doppler ultrasound at 37 weeks for suspicion of growth restriction with an extremely rare variation of duplicated middle cerebral artery. Three-dimensional color power Doppler and tomographic ultrasound imaging enhanced our incidental finding. ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Ventura W,Nazario C,Ingar J,Huertas E,Limay A,Castillo W

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The possible etiologic roles of infection and bed rest are discussed in connection with a case of maternal homozygous Leiden mutation leading to prematurity, maternal deep-vein thrombosis and neonatal intracranial hemorrhage in a heterozygous premature baby. Maternal bacterial infection and bed rest may trigger deep-v...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Sikovanyecz J,Orvos H,Pál A,Katona M,Endreffy E,Horváth E,Szabó J

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the DELFIA Xpress and Quantikine ELISA placental growth factor (PlGF) immunoassay platforms by analysing the same set of early first-trimester maternal serum samples from cases with trisomy 21 and euploid controls. METHODS:Thirty-seven trisomy 21 cases and 243 euploid control serum samples, drawn...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Cowans NJ,Kisanga M,Khan A,Spencer K

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic reduction of oxygen and nutrient delivery to the fetus has been related to neurodevelopmental problems. Placental underperfusion induces a significant reduction in oxygen and nutrient delivery, whereas maternal undernutrition causes mainly nutrient deficiency. A comparison of the neurodevelopmental...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Illa M,Eixarch E,Muñoz-Moreno E,Batalle D,Leal-Campanario R,Gruart A,Delgado-García JM,Figueras F,Gratacós E

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Fetal surgery for myelomeningocele (MMC) results in better outcomes compared to postnatal treatment. However, risks are present. We describe our experience with intraoperative fetal echocardiography during repair of MMC and report on the management of serious cardiovascular events. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Th...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Rychik J,Cohen D,Tran KM,Szwast A,Natarajan SS,Johnson MP,Moldenhauer JS,Khalek N,Martinez-Poyer J,Flake AW,Hedrick HL,Adzick NS

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate alterations of arterial and ductus venosus blood flow velocities during deterioration and their interdependence. METHODS:37 high-risk pregnancies complicated by umbilical absent or reverse end-diastolic flow velocities (AREDV) were monitored by measurement of the pulsatility index of the umbilica...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Müller T,Nanan R,Rehn M,Kristen P,Dietl J

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Complete congenital high airway obstruction syndrome (CHAOS) usually leads to stillbirth or death within minutes of delivery. We describe the management and long-term follow-up of a baby with a prenatally diagnosed airway obstruction. CASE:Because of progressive hydrops fetalis, massive ascites and everte...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Paek BW,Callen PW,Kitterman J,Feldstein VA,Farrell J,Harrison MR,Albanese CT

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It has long been appreciated that the measurement of biochemical parameters for prenatal screening for neural tube defects, and later aneuploidy, is not as simple as measuring hemoglobin or hematocrit. Early in the game, it was recognized that there are gestational age curves, and that since alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), f...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Brooks K,Chik L,O'Brien JE,Ayoub M,Johnson MP,Evans MI

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bronchopulmonary sequestration with associated nonimmune hydrops has been previously reported with generally poor prognosis for the neonate. We report a case of bronchopulmonary sequestration and associated pleural effusion successfully managed with a transthoracic catheter placement. The embryology and clinical patho...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Slotnick RN,McGahan J,Milio L,Schwartz M,Ablin D

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study provides detailed neonatal and congenital malformation follow-up from 695 women enrolled in a prospective randomized multicenter study comparing the safety and accuracy of early (11-12 weeks of gestation) and midtrimester amniocentesis (15-16 weeks of gestation). No differences were found for total p...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Wilson RD,Johnson J,Windrim R,Dansereau J,Singer J,Winsor EJ,Kalousek D

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the sequential combination of ultrasound screening for fetal aneuploidy at 11-14 weeks with maternal biochemistry at 12-14 and 15-18 weeks of gestation. METHODS:A prospective study including 1,656 women, with a singleton pregnancy booked before 13 weeks of gestation. Nuchal translucency (NT) thic...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Benattar C,Audibert F,Taieb J,Ville Y,Roberto A,Lindenbaum A,Frydman R

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Forty percent of Down syndrome (DS) fetuses have congenital heart defects (CHD). An abnormal angiogenic environment has been described in euploid fetuses with CHD. However, the underlying pathophysiologic pathway that contributes to CHD in DS remains unknown. The objective was to compare the expression of ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Sánchez O,Domínguez C,Ruiz A,Ribera I,Alijotas J,Cabero L,Carreras E,Llurba E

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We describe a technique to maintain amniotic fluid in fetuses with severe oligo-/anhydramnios secondary to lower urinary tract obstruction or fetal renal disease when urine production is inadequate to maintain a normal amniotic fluid volume (AFV). METHODS:An amnioport was inserted into the amniotic space. Th...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Polzin WJ,Lim FY,Habli M,Van Hook J,Minges M,Jaekle R,Crombleholme TM

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Microbial invasion and growth in amniotic fluid play an important role in infectious perinatal morbidity and mortality. In order to determine the influence of amniocentesis (ACT) on intra-amniotic infection development, we performed a study of 239 complete microbiological examinations of amniotic fluid specimens obtai...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Terzić MM,Plećas DV,Stimec BV,Petković SV

更新日期：1994-01-01 00:00:00