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Jane Hanford , Clinical Business Development Manager for Women ’ s Health Ultrasound at Canon Medical Systems UK , explores the vital role of advanced imaging in managing the complexities of multiple pregnancies . With a focus on ultrasound innovations and precision Doppler imaging , Hanford highlights how high-resolution technology is essential in identifying risks , ensuring accurate monitoring and supporting positive outcomes in twin pregnancies , where complications such as Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome ( TTTS ) demand diligent assessment and early intervention .
IDENTIFYING RISKS IN MULTIPLE PREGNANCIES WITH HIGH-QUALITY ULTRASOUND AND IMAGING INNOVATION
As of 2021 , 1.6 million twins are born worldwide each year . These pregnancies carry greater risks than singleton pregnancies , including conditions such as premature labour , pre-eclampsia , placenta abruption and foetal growth restrictions , with the potential for further complications depending on multiple types . There are three types of twins : dichorionic diamniotic ( DCDA ) – each has a separate placenta and separate sac ; monochorionic diamniotic ( MCDA ) – a shared placenta with separate sacs ; and monochorionic monoamniotic ( MCMA ) twins – a shared placenta and sac – this is a much rarer type of pregnancy .
Assessment of the placenta in twins is crucial , and one of the most serious conditions is Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome ( TTTS ) – an abnormality of the placenta resulting
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