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Fetoscopic Release of Amniotic Band Syndrome
Author(s) -
Minella Chris,
Costantino Benedicte,
Ruano Rodrigo,
Koch Antoine,
Weingertner AnneSophie,
Favre Romain,
Sananes Nicolas
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
journal of ultrasound in medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.574
H-Index - 91
eISSN - 1550-9613
pISSN - 0278-4297
DOI - 10.1002/jum.15480
Subject(s) - medicine , amniotic band syndrome , fetoscopy , amniotic band , surgery , amputation , dissection (medical) , gestation , amniotic fluid , obstetrics , pregnancy , fetus , prenatal diagnosis , genetics , biology
Amniotic band syndrome is a rare condition. There have been few cases reported of fetoscopic band dissection. The aim of this case series is to report 3 cases of fetoscopic treatment for amniotic band syndrome, including indication for surgery, technical aspects, complications and outcomes. Fetoscopic treatment was performed respectively at 23 5/7 , 26 5/7 and 18 3/7 weeks' gestation. Two procedures were performed with a laser fiber through a single trocar whereas one surgery was performed with scissors. In conclusion, fetoscopic release of the amniotic bands in case of amniotic band syndrome is feasible with encouraging results in order to prevent amputation and dysfunction of the extremities.