Twin-twin transfusion syndrome during the 2nd trimester is associated with small intertwin hemoglobin differences

Fetal Diagn Ther. 1991;6(1-2):34-6. doi: 10.1159/000263622.

Abstract

In four twin pregnancies presenting with acute 2nd-trimester polyhydramnios due to presumed twin-twin transfusion syndrome, the fetal hemoglobin concentration was measured in samples obtained by cordocentesis. In no instance did the twin pair difference in the hemoglobin concentration exceed 2.7 g/dl.

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Fetal Blood / chemistry*
  • Fetofetal Transfusion / blood*
  • Gestational Age
  • Hemoglobins / analysis*
  • Humans
  • Polyhydramnios
  • Pregnancy

Substances

  • Hemoglobins