Effects of twin pregnancy chorionic properties on fetal outcomes: a comparative study

Authors

  • Gigi A. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, T. D. Medical College, Vandanam, Alappuzha, Kerala, India
  • Rachel Alexander Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, T. D. Medical College, Vandanam, Alappuzha, Kerala, India
  • Radhamani K. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, T. D. Medical College, Vandanam, Alappuzha, Kerala, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20203860

Keywords:

Apgar scores, Dichorionic, Monochorionic, Perinatal outcome

Abstract

Background: Twins carry significant risks to both mothers and babies. The purpose of this study was to evaluate chorionicity and its impact on perinatal outcomes in twins.

Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted in the department of obstetrics and gynecology, Government T. D. Medical College, Alappuzha, Kerala. A total of 106 cases of twin pregnancies were included in the prospective descriptive study. Based on the ultrasound results and methods of the postpartum pathologic examination of the placental membranes, the cases were divided into the twin group with monochorionic diamniotic (MCDA) and twin group with dichorionic diamniotic (DCDA group). The relationships of different chorionic properties and fetal outcomes were determined by comparing various fetal outcomes.

Results: Among 106 twin pregnancies, 61.3% were DCDA twins, 38.7% were MCDA. Average maternal age of monochorionic twin was 25 and that of dichorionic twin was 27. Perinatal mortality of monochorionic twin was 14.7% when compared to 8.6% for dichorionic twin. The mean gestational age for monochorionic twin pregnancy was 34.78 weeks whereas it was 35.91 weeks for dichorionic pregnancy. Elective and emergency LSCS was done more for dichorionic twin pregnancies compared to monochorionic twin pregnancies. Low Apgar scores were seen in monochorionic twins compared to dichorionic twins.

Conclusions: The incidence of fetal outcomes in the monochorionic group was inferior to those in the dichorionic group. The fetal outcomes may be improved by determining the chorionic properties in early pregnancy by using ultrasound and consequently planning for pregnancy monitoring and intervention.

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2020-08-27

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