Abstract Objective: To discussed the ethical aspects, the technique, optimal timing and the possible outcome of selective termination in anoma¬lous twin pregnancy. Case description: A 28-year old primigravida, 21 weeks twin gesta¬tion, with giant hygroma coli in one fetus. The normal fetus was com¬pressed by the anomalous fetus with oligohydramnios. The parent decided to undergo select…
Abstract Objective: The study was designed to acquire the cut-off value for lamellar body count and its role in predicting the presence of Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) in pregnancy with gestational age above 28 weeks.Method: Amniotic fluid specimens were collected by amniotomy during cesarean section from women with gestational age above 28 weeks. A haematology analyzer (Advia 120) was u…