Early prenatal diagnosis of genetic abnormality by chorion villus sampling.
We describe a series of 100 cases of prenatal genetic diagnosis using the technique of chorion villus sampling. The advantage of chorion villus sampling in terms of earlier diagnosis, and its disadvantage of a higher incidence of false results, compared with amniocentesis, are noted. The comparative risks for pregnancy loss are discussed.
Fiddes
T M
TM
Dunedin Hospital.
Monk
N A
NA
Hashish
A F
AF
Richards
B J
BJ
Bardwell
L M
LM
Watt
A J
AJ
Gardner
R J
RJ
D000022:Abortion, Spontaneous / Q000209:etiology; D015193:Chorionic Villi Sampling / Q000009:adverse effects; D000013:Congenital Abnormalities / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005188:False Negative Reactions; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009520:New Zealand; D011247:Pregnancy; D011261:Pregnancy Trimester, First; D012307:Risk Factors