Selective reduction in multiple pregnancies

Antsaklis Α, Anastasakis Ε

The percentage of multiple pregnancies has increased, mainly due to the uncontrolled use of the assisted conception techniques. Multifetal pregnancy reduction (MFPR) has been used to reduce the risks associated with these high risk pregnancies. It is performed in the first trimester of pregnancy by transabdominal injection of potassium chloride in the fetal heart. The risk of miscarriage …

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