Why is TAPS Surveillance Critical?
- Early detection of anemia in one twin and polycythemia in the other.
- Prevention of neurological or cardiac complications in fetuses.
- Determining the optimal timing for delivery or intrauterine intervention.
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A specialized surveillance program for monochorionic twin pregnancies to detect early chronic blood distribution imbalances using precise Doppler measurements, ensuring fetal safety and preventing serious complications before birth.
Scientific name: Twin Anemia Polycythemia Sequence (TAPS) Surveillance
This surveillance involves serial Doppler assessment of the Middle Cerebral Artery Peak Systolic Velocity (MCA-PSV) in twins to detect anemia or polycythemia, enabling timely medical intervention.
Service type
Ultrasound & Doppler Imaging
Duration
30-45 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Fetal Color Doppler Imaging
- MCA-PSV Measurement for each fetus
- Fetal Medicine Consultant Report
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Target Groups
- Pregnant women with monochorionic twins (sharing one placenta).
- Post-laser surgery cases for Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS).
- High-risk pregnancies requiring close monitoring of fetal hemodynamics.
Procedure Overview
- Performed using advanced ultrasound with Doppler technology.
- Precise measurement of Middle Cerebral Artery flow velocity.
- Completely non-invasive and safe for both mother and twins.
Conditions & Notices
- Must bring all previous ultrasound reports
- Recommended to be performed every 2 weeks
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