Multiple Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
What are the risks of MCMA twins?
A
- conjoined twins
- acardiac twin
- renal system problems
- cord entanglement
- IUGR (one twin)
2
Q
What is the name for when 2 or more eggs are released and fertilised?
A
Dizygotic
3
Q
What is the name for when a single fertilised egg divides early to form 2 identical twins?
A
Monozygotic
4
Q
Name 5 fetal problems regarding a twin pregnancy?
A
- Fetal malpresentation
- Locked twins
- Cord problems - prolapse, vasa praevia
- Pre term labour
- Mode of delivery