Fetus Papyraceus: A Rare Case Report
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 10
Abstract
Introduction: Fetus papyraceus is a rare condition which defines a mummified fetus occurring in multiple gestations where one fetus dies in utero and is incorperated between the uterine wall and the membranes of living fetus. Intrauterine fetal demise after eight weeks gestational age in a twin pregnancy, with retention of the fetus for more than 10 weeks will result in mechanical compression of the fetus, making it look like a parchment paper. Fetus papraceus is usually discovered among the placenta and membranes of its welldeveloped twin. Case Report: We present the case of 20 year old with monochorionic diamniotic twins, with one live and active fetus and other twin of fetus papyraceus at 16th week. Conclusion: Fetus papyraceus has direct effect on the surviving fetus and the mother. Serial ultrasound is to be done to follow the effects on the surviving fetus.
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Jonna Malathi, M. Usha Brindhini, Poola Vanaja
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