Multiple Pregnancy: Epidemiology Gestation and Perinatal Outcome

The first edition of this book was a landmark publication in
establishing the study of multiple pregnancy and the perinatal care
of children from multiple births as a recognized subspecialty within
obstetrics. The book presents all facets of the clinical,
psychosocial and practical issues of multiple gestation.

The new edition has been fully revised in line with modern obstetrics
and perinatology and will include the evidence base to current
practice, where available. The text has been expanded in scope to
include more on epidemiology, biologic mechanisms, the impact of
infertility treatments, prenatal diagnosis (including a more
extensive and detailed coverage of ultrasound imaging in multiple
pregnancy), and fetal therapy

Table of Contents

Section I. Epidemilogical and Demographic Considerations A.
Population-based Data B. Non-population-based Data C. ART Registry
Data D. Caveats in Epidemiological Assessment Section II. Biological
Considerations A. Natural Twinning B. Iatrogenic Twinning C.
Placentation D. Monozygosity E. Fetal Malformations and Mortality F.
Genetic Perspectives Section III. A. General Ultrasound Assessment B.
Specific Ultrasound Assessment C. Aneuploidy Assessment Section IV.
Pregnancy Management: Maternal Section V. Pregnancy Management: Fetal
Growth and Well Being Section VI. Pregnancy Management: Interventions
A. Reduction Procedure
B. Monozygosity-related Complications C. Measures to Reduce Preterm
Delivery Section VII. Pregnancy Management: Delivery Section VIII.
Postpartum Concerns A. Puerperal Concerns B. Neonatal Concerns
Section IX. Childhood Concerns Section X. Familial Concerns XI.
Economical, Ethical and Legal Concerns