Tratamiento por fetoscopia del síndrome de transfusión feto fetal en clínica alemana de santiago

Abstract

Background: Twin to twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) occurs in 15% of monochorionic twins and has a 90% mortality when diagnosed before 26 weeks. Objective: To evaluated the perinatal outcome following fetoscopy guided laser coagulation of placental anatomoses. Method: Retrospective analysis of 18 cases treated in Clinica Alemana, between 2005 and 2008. Results: 72.8% of the pregnancies had at least one survivor at neonatal discharge. No case needed a second fetoscopy. There was no rupture of the membranes in patients without symptoms before surgery. There were no neurological sequels in survivors. Conclusions: The maternal and perinatal outcome is similar to international series and demonstrates feasibility in our country by experienced operators.