Multiple Pregnancy Flashcards

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Q

What are the risks of MCMA twins?

A
  • conjoined twins
  • acardiac twin
  • renal system problems
  • cord entanglement
  • IUGR (one twin)
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What is the name for when 2 or more eggs are released and fertilised?

A

Dizygotic

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What is the name for when a single fertilised egg divides early to form 2 identical twins?

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Monozygotic

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Name 5 fetal problems regarding a twin pregnancy?

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  1. Fetal malpresentation
  2. Locked twins
  3. Cord problems - prolapse, vasa praevia
  4. Pre term labour
  5. Mode of delivery
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