Cordocentesis.
During the last decade cordocentesis has become common procedure in perinatal medicine. Although the method represents potential possibilities, it is also afflicted with several limitations. The present review focuses on technique, indications, and complications.
Westgren
M
M
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital, Huddinge, Sweden.
Stangenberg
M
M
Lingman
G
G
D001919:Bradycardia / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology; D017218:Cordocentesis / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards; D005260:Female; D005312:Fetal Blood / Q000737:chemistry; D005313:Fetal Death / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D011247:Pregnancy