What to do if you discover fetal malformation

Fetal malformation is a problem that many parents worry about. However, if fetal malformation is discovered in the late pregnancy, there is naturally no way to induce labor, but this phenomenon can be improved through intrauterine treatment. In addition, after the child is born, some postpartum treatments can be taken to treat the child's deformity. Next, I will introduce you to some relevant knowledge about fetal malformations!

1. Clinical manifestations of fetal malformations

The most common fetal malformations include: trisomy 21, congenital heart disease, neural tube defects, cleft lip and palate, polydactyly, hydrocephalus, etc.

2. Treatment of fetal malformations

Most non-lethal malformations do not require surgical intervention during pregnancy, such as congenital heart disease, which can be treated surgically after birth. However, some fetal malformations may affect the intrauterine safety of the fetus and require intervention during pregnancy. Due to the high risks and technical requirements of the operation, most intrauterine fetal treatments are still in the experimental stage.

1. Intrauterine treatment

Fetoscopic surgery is mainly used to treat twin-twin transfusion syndrome or fetal reduction. There are reports abroad that it is used to treat fetal diaphragmatic hernia, meningocele, urinary tract obstruction, etc.

2. Postpartum treatment

Such as ventricular shunt surgery for hydrocephalus, cleft lip and palate repair, surgical treatment of congenital heart disease, and drug treatment for phenylketonuria.

3. Prevention of fetal malformations

1. Premarital medical examination: some diseases found through examination, such as hepatitis B and sexually transmitted diseases, will affect the health of offspring and cause fetal malformation. Pregnancy can only be achieved after the diseases are cured;

2. Make good preparations before pregnancy, have a prepared and planned pregnancy, and conduct some necessary examinations, such as rubella virus testing. Rubella virus infection can cause congenital heart disease, congenital deafness, cataracts and other malformations in the fetus. Rubella virus infection can be prevented by getting the rubella vaccine.

3. Taking folic acid before pregnancy: Starting taking folic acid three months before pregnancy can effectively prevent fetal neural tube defects.

4. High-risk pregnant women should receive prenatal consultation.

5. Regular prenatal check-ups after pregnancy: avoid exposure to adverse environments and drugs, quit drinking and smoking, do Down syndrome screening, B-ultrasound examinations, etc., and perform prenatal diagnosis when necessary to detect fetal malformations in a timely manner.

6. Consult a doctor when medication is needed to avoid improper use of medication that may affect the fetus.