abstract：INTRODUCTION:We sought to determine the relationship between the degree of stomach herniation by antenatal sonography and neonatal outcomes in fetuses with isolated left-sided congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). MATERIALS AND METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed neonatal medical records and antenatal sonography of f...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Basta AM,Lusk LA,Keller RL,Filly RA

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several isolated reports of fetal goiter treatment have shown limited generalizability of approaches and provide no real guidance for optimal timing, dosages, and treatment strategies. Graves' disease accounts for >60% of these cases. Maternal treatments of hyperthyroidism include antithyroid medications such as methi...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Munoz JL,Kessler AA,Felig P,Curtis J,Evans MI

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:To evaluate differences between consultants of different disciplines in the prenatal prediction of the type of postnatal surgical closure of an omphalocele. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Twenty-one images of prenatally detected omphaloceles prior to 24 weeks of gestation were included. A standardized form provided...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Peters NC,Visser 't Hooft ME,Eggink AJ,Tibboel D,Ursem N,Wijnen RM,Bonsel GJ,Cohen-Overbeek TE

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We evaluated the hypothesis that in fetuses with congenital heart disease (CHD) there is a correlation between the expected pattern of in utero brain blood supply and the severity of neurodevelopmental impairment. METHODS:A total of 58 fetuses with CHD and 58 controls underwent a Doppler ultrasound and feta...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Masoller N,Sanz-Cortés M,Crispi F,Gómez O,Bennasar M,Egaña-Ugrinovic G,Bargalló N,Martínez JM,Gratacós E

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore the value of circulating luteinizing human chorionic gonadotropin receptor (LHCGR) forms for the prediction of preeclampsia (PE) in the first trimester of pregnancy. METHODS:Case-control study, based on a cohort of 5,759 pregnancies, including 20 early PE, 20 late PE, and 300 controls. We recorded...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Crovetto F,Figueras F,Crispi F,Triunfo S,Pugia M,Lasalvia L,Chambers AE,Mills WE,Banerjee S,Mercadé I,Casals E,Mira A,Rodriguez-Revenga Bodi L,Gratacós E

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Assessing the effects of maternal anxiety on the markers and results of quadruple screening and on maternal anxiety after receiving positive results. METHODS:This prospective cohort study evaluated 1,595 pregnant women referred for prenatal visits. Maternal state/trait anxiety levels were measured, then quad...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Mousavi S,Hantoushzadeh S,Sheikh M,Shariat M

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Functional cardiovascular assessment is becoming an increasingly important tool in the study of fetal pathology. The myocardial performance index (MPI) is a parameter measuring global myocardial function. Since its introduction, several studies have proposed methods to improve its reproducibility and have constructed ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Mahajan A,Henry A,Meriki N,Hernandez-Andrade E,Crispi F,Wu L,Welsh AW

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether brachial artery flow-mediated dilation (FMD) assessed by ultrasonography during the late first trimester is able to predict the occurrence of hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. METHODS:Maternal endothelial function was assessed by flow-mediated dilation (FMD) of the brachial arter...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Alves JA,Miyague AH,de Sousa PC,Maia SB,Costa Fda S,Martins WP

更新日期：2015-01-01 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：INTRODUCTION:This retrospective study aims to describe systematically the fetal cerebral MR morphology in cases with occipital meningoencephaloceles using standard and advanced fetal MRI techniques. MATERIAL AND METHODS:The 1.5-tesla MR examinations (T1- and T2-weighted imaging, echo planar imaging, EPI, diffusion-wei...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Kasprian GJ,Paldino MJ,Mehollin-Ray AR,Shetty A,Williams JL,Lee W,Cassady CI

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The posterior fossa of normal fetuses was evaluated and compared with those having chromosomal abnormalities at 11-13+6 weeks' gestation in Chinese population. METHODS:In 518 normal fetuses referred to first trimester screening, fetal brain stem (BS) and brain stem to occipital bone distance (BSOB) were meas...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Hsiao CH,Cheng PJ,Shaw SW,Tseng YJ,Chen RC,Chu WC

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to assess the reproducibility of both a new contrast-enhancing technique (Oblique View eXtended Imaging, OVIX; Samsung) and the recently reported 3-D multiplanar technique (MPT) in the measurement of the subpubic angle (SPA) among a group of women at term gestation. In addition, we ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Ghi T,Youssef A,Martelli F,Montaguti E,Krsmanovic J,Pacella G,Pilu G,Rizzo N,Gabrielli S

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital absence of aortic valve (AAV) is a rare cardiac anomaly associated with high mortality. We present 2 prenatally diagnosed cases of AAV. In both cases, fetal echocardiography showed no aortic valve tissue and free aortic regurgitation. At 24 weeks' gestation, case 1 showed a hypoplastic hypocontractile left ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Murakami T,Horigome H,Shiono J,Ishiodori T,Ban Y,Gomi S,Abe M

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the sonographic visualization of the pericallosal arteries in normal fetuses at 11-13 weeks of gestation using 3D ultrasound. METHODS:We prospectively enrolled women with a singleton pregnancy undergoing ultrasound at 11-13 weeks of gestation. A 3D volume with high-definition power Doppler was acqu...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Conturso R,Contro E,Bellussi F,Youssef A,Pacella G,Martelli F,Rizzo N,Pilu G,Ghi T

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To develop a model for prediction of late preeclampsia (PE; which develops at or after 34 weeks' gestation) based on maternal history and characteristics, mean arterial pressure (MAP), and circulating levels of mRNA for the placenta-specific 1 (PLAC1) gene in maternal plasma at 14-18 weeks' gestation. METHOD...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Zanello M,Sekizawa A,Purwosunu Y,Curti A,Farina A

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cytokine imbalance has been implicated in placental-related pathologies, i.e. recurrent miscarriage and pre-eclampsia. Such conditions are more prevalent in multiple pregnancies. Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) is associated with asymmetric placental blood flow and intra-cardiac pressures. We hypo...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Fox CE,Lash GE,Pretlove SJ,Chan BC,Holder R,Kilby MD

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:First-trimester uterine artery pulsatility index (PI) measurements form part of an algorithm used to assess the risk of developing pre-eclampsia. The objective of this study was to construct a population-specific reference range for both the lower and mean maternal uterine artery PI at 11-13(+6) weeks' ges...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Ridding G,Schluter PJ,Hyett JA,McLennan AC

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the risk for preeclampsia (PE) by maternal characteristics, uterine artery pulsatility index (Ut-PI), mean arterial pressure (MAP), serum placental growth factor (PlGF) and soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase-1 (sFlt-1) at 30-33 weeks' gestation. METHODS:This was a screening study in singleton pregnan...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Garcia-Tizon Larroca S,Tayyar A,Poon LC,Wright D,Nicolaides KH

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To establish normal ranges of maternal placental growth factor (PlGF), soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase-1 (sFlt-1) and sFlt-1/PlGF ratio at 32-41 weeks' gestation and to evaluate the influence of maternal characteristics, and of fetoplacental Doppler. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Serum levels of PlGF, sFlt-1 and sFlt-1/Pl...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Lobmaier SM,Figueras F,Mercade I,Crovetto F,Peguero A,Parra-Saavedra M,Ortiz JU,Crispi F,Gratacós E

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Characterization of marker chromosomes before the introduction of array CGH (aCGH) assays was only based on their banding patterns (G, C, and NOR staining) and fluorescent in situ hybridization techniques. The use of aCGH greatly improves the identification of marker chromosomes in some cases. We describe an atypical ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Lloveras E,Canellas A,Cirigliano V,Català V,Cerdan C,Plaja A

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This systematic review evaluated the existence of risk factors for the fetal manifestation of long QT syndrome (LQTS). METHODS:Prenatal cardiac findings suggestive of fetal LQTS were studied using 30 English literature reports extracted from the Pubmed database (1979 to December 2011) using the search terms ...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Ishikawa S,Yamada T,Kuwata T,Morikawa M,Yamada T,Matsubara S,Minakami H

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We reviewed women with previable spontaneous premature rupture of membranes (sPPROM) in whom an amniopatch was performed and compared their pregnancy outcomes with a conservative management group. METHODS:Amniopatch, an amnioinfusion of autologous platelet concentrate followed by cryoprecipitate, was perform...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Kwak HM,Choi HJ,Cha HH,Yu HJ,Lee JH,Choi SJ,Oh SY,Roh CR,Kim JH

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twin anemia-polycythemia sequence (TAPS) is a rare condition which may occur either spontaneously in uncomplicated monochorionic twin pregnancies or may develop after laser treatment in twin-twin transfusion syndrome. TAPS is characterized by a large intertwin discordance in hemoglobin levels without discordance in am...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Genova L,Slaghekke F,Klumper FJ,Middeldorp JM,Steggerda SJ,Oepkes D,Lopriore E

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Septal agenesis is a rare cerebral developmental anomaly characterized by partial or complete absence of the septum pellucidum (ASP). Septal agenesis may be associated with various congenital brain malformations, namely holoprosencephaly, septooptic dysplasia (SOD), schizencephaly or agenesis of the corpus callosum. C...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： García-Arreza A,García-Díaz L,Fajardo M,Carreto P,Antiñolo G

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the odds of severe cerebral injury and long-term neurodevelopmental impairment in monochorionic twins treated with amnioreduction versus laser surgery for twin-twin transfusion syndrome. METHODS:A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies on cerebral injury and long-term impairment after amn...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： van Klink JM,Koopman HM,van Zwet EW,Oepkes D,Walther FJ,Lopriore E

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital epulis is a rare benign oral cavity tumor that usually arises from the maxillary alveolar mucosa. It is also known as congenital gingival granular cell tumor. Prenatal diagnosis is uncommon and mostly confined to the third trimester. We report a case of congenital epulis, which was referred to our departmen...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Frisova V,Prosova B,Mahdian N,Kyncl M,Vlk R,Rocek M

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study describes the association between the complexity of congenital cardiac and extracardiac malformations, and the parental decision of pregnancy continuation or termination. METHODS:Congenital heart defects (CHD) was diagnosed by ultrasound in 251 fetuses before the 24th week (23 + 6 weeks) of gestat...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Nell S,Wijngaarde CA,Pistorius LR,Slieker M,ter Heide H,Manten GT,Freund MW

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To study the usefulness of direct fetal intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) infusion along with intrauterine transfusion (IUT) in the management of severe fetal anemia in rhesus (Rh) alloimmunized pregnancies. METHODS:Thirty-four consecutive Rh-isoimmunized pregnant women who required serial IUTs received eit...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Deka D,Sharma KA,Dadhwal V,Singh A,Kumar G,Vanamail P

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To validate previously computed correction factors for free β-human chorionic gonadotrophin (fβ-hCG) and pregnancy-associated plasma protein-A (PAPP-A) in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) pregnancies with hormone treatment and to determine the effect on false-positive r...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Engels MA,Pajkrt E,Groot DT,Schats R,Twisk JW,van Vugt JM

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A spontaneous intra-amniotic hemorrhage is a very rare condition, which has been previously described in symptomatic patients. We report a case of an asymptomatic spontaneous intra-amniotic hemorrhage at 38 weeks of gestation, resulting in a favorable maternal and neonatal outcome following sonographic antenatal detec...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Gilboa Y,Duvdevani N,Yinon Y,Achiron R

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to determine if laterality of an absent umbilical artery (AUA) is associated with specific sonographic findings, chromosomal defects or postpartum birth defects. MATERIALS AND METHODS:In this retrospective cohort study, ultrasound reports and medical records of patients who recei...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Santillan M,Santillan D,Fleener D,Stegmann B,Zamba G,Hunter S,Yankowitz J

更新日期：2012-01-01 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：:Large placental chorioangiomas (>4 cm) can precipitate severe polyhydramnios, fetal anemia, growth restriction, high-output cardiac failure, hydrops, and fetal demise. We report a case of a large chorioangioma that was treated in a stepwise fashion with amnioreduction to ameliorate maternal discomfort, followed by fet...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Jones K,Tierney K,Grubbs BH,Pruetz JD,Detterich J,Chmait RH

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of this study was to obtain precise knowledge of fetal biometric measurements, in particular crown-rump length (CRL). Our results have been carefully compared to equations found in the literature. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Single-operator measurements of 2,123 spontaneous pregnancies from a genera...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Constant M,Tran VC,Benoit B,Vasseur F

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To evaluate the feasibility of offline anatomic M-mode (AMM) to study fetal atrioventricular annulus long-axis displacement (LAD) and compare its performance against real-time conventional M-mode (MM). MATERIAL AND METHODS:Paired AMM and MM LAD studies were recorded prospectively in 54 fetuses, and performance was...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Germanakis I,Pepes S,Sifakis S,Gardiner H

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Iatrogenic preterm prelabor rupture of membranes (iPPROM; <37 weeks of gestation) is a major complication of fetal surgery. Little information is available about risk factors and incidence. METHODS:We systematically reviewed reported iPPROM rates, gestational age at delivery and fetal survival after represen...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Beck V,Lewi P,Gucciardo L,Devlieger R

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the neurodevelopmental outcome of infants with high-risk fetal lung lesions defined as (1) requiring fetal intervention and/or ex utero intrapartum therapy (EXIT), or (2) acute respiratory decompensation postnatally necessitating emergent resection within 48 h of life. METHODS:We reviewed the med...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Danzer E,Siegle J,D'Agostino JA,Gerdes M,Hoffman C,Bernbaum J,Rintoul NE,Flake AW,Adzick NS,Hedrick HL

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is an adverse pregnancy outcome associated with significant perinatal and pediatric morbidity and mortality, and an increased risk of chronic disease later in adult life. While a number of maternal, fetal and environmental factors are known causes of IUGR, the majority of IUGR ca...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Murthi P,Kalionis B,Rajaraman G,Keogh RJ,Da Silva Costa F

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To report the incidence of fetal and maternal complications after selective fetoscopic laser surgery for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS). METHODS:A total of 150 cases of TTTS were treated from January 2004 to June 2009 (period 1, 2004-2006, 62 cases; period 2, 2007 to June 2009, 88 cases). Fetal com...

journal_title：Fetal diagnosis and therapy

authors： Rustico MA,Lanna MM,Faiola S,Schena V,Dell'avanzo M,Mantegazza V,Parazzini C,Lista G,Scelsa B,Consonni D,Ferrazzi E

更新日期：2012-01-01 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