(P50.5) Fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord

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11 913 in individuals diagnosis fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord confirmed

3 268 deaths with diagnosis fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord

27% mortality rate associated with the disease fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord is diagnosed Women are 3.72% more likely than Men

5 735

Men receive the diagnosis fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord

1 801 (31.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

6 178

Women receive the diagnosis fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord

1 467 (23.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord - Men and Women aged 0

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 35-39, 85-89

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-34, 40-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1

Disease Features fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord

Absence or low individual and public risk

Fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord - what does this mean

Fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord occurs when the umbilical cord of one of the twins is accidently cut during the birthing process, resulting in the release of blood from the fetus. this can lead to severe anemia, low birth weight, and even death of the affected fetus.

What happens during the disease - fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord

The pathogenesis of fetal blood loss from the cut end of a co-twin's cord is caused by the rupture of the placental vessels at the time of delivery. this can lead to the release of large amounts of blood from the twin's umbilical cord, resulting in a significant decrease in the fetal blood volume and an increased risk of hypoxia and fetal death.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Order a complete blood count (CBC) of the affected twin
Order a complete blood count (CBC) of the unaffected twin
Order a coagulation panel for both twins
Order a blood type and Rh factor for both twins
Order a fetal ultrasound to assess the cord for any abnormalities
Order a Doppler ultrasound to assess the blood flow through the cord
Order a DNA analysis to determine the paternity of the twins
Order a fetal echocardiogram to assess the heart function of both twins
Order a placental biopsy to assess the placenta for any abnormalities

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To treat Fetal Blood Loss from Cut End of Co-Twin's Cord

Administer medications to the mother to help stabilize the fetus.
Monitor the fetus's vital signs.
Perform an ultrasound to assess the severity of the blood loss.
Perform a blood transfusion to the fetus if necessary.
Close the cut end of the cord with sutures.
Monitor the fetus's condition regularly.
Perform a caesarean section if necessary.

15 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Fetal blood loss from cut end of co-twin's cord - Prevention

To prevent fetal blood loss from the cut end of a co-twin's cord, the medical team should ensure that the umbilical cords are clamped and cut as close as possible to the baby's abdomen and that the cord is not pulled or twisted during the procedure. the team should also ensure that the cords are cut in a way that does not damage the veins or arteries.

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