The Association Between Vasa Previa, Multiple Gestations, and Assisted Reproductive Technology

ABSTRACT

Patients with multiple gestations, low-lying placentas, velamentous cord insertions, and history of assisted conception should be evaluated carefully for a vasa previa. Serial surveillance for signs of preterm labor and elective cesarean delivery at 34 to 35 weeks after corticosteroids for fetal lung maturity is a reasonable management strategy for vasa previa in multiple gestations.

KEYWORDS

Vasa previa - multiple gestations - twins - abnormal placentation

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