Fetoscopy
Keywords:
fetoscopy, fetofetal transfusion, fetal therapiesAbstract
The improvement of pathophysiological knowledge of fetal anomalies and the development of therapeutic tools have allowed, in some specific cases, in utero therapy by fetoscopy. We present the state of art and recent advances for fetal surgery. New techniques are currently under development. Although maternal morbidity associated with fetoscopy is low, preterm rupture of membranes and preterm delivery remain as important problems.
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