Doppler velocimetry in maternal alloimmunization

Abstract

Obstetrical management of isoimmunized pregnancy is determined by the severity of fetal anemia. Early and accurate diagnosis of anemia makes safe and effective clinical management. In fetal Rh disease, fetal anemia leads to cardiovascular changes in blood flow through the major fetal vessels, detectable by Doppler velocimetry is particularly attractive since examination can be quick, safe and cost-effective. © 2005 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg.