Is there a Role for Fetal Cephalocentesis in Modern Obstetrics? Article

Chervenak, FA, Romero, R. (1984). Is there a Role for Fetal Cephalocentesis in Modern Obstetrics? . American Journal of Perinatology, 1(2), 170-173. 10.1055/s-2007-999996

cited authors

  • Chervenak, FA; Romero, R

abstract

  • Obstetricians have, traditionally viewed fetal hydrocephalus with resultant macrocephaly as a dismal condition with little chance for a good outcome. Cephalocentesis with decompression of the fetal head in order to permit vaginal delivery has often been the management of choice. In view of the significant perinatal consequences of cephalocentesis and the changing outlook for optimally managed neonatal hydrocephalus, the authors reassess the role of cephalocentesis in modern obstetrics. © 1984, Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. All rights reserved.

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publication date

  • January 1, 1984

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start page

  • 170

end page

  • 173

volume

  • 1

issue

  • 2