Velamentous insertion of the umbilical cord in monochorionic triplet pregnancy: life-saving condition?

What is it about?

Marginal /velamentous cord insertion that is frequently observed in monochorionic twin pregnancies has been recognized as a potential risk factor for adverse perinatal outcome. However, its role in triplet pregnancy is unclear. We present a rare case of monochorionic triplet pregnancy in which abnormal cord insertions may have possibly contributed to the absence of lethal vascular anastomoses. Further studies analysing the relations are warranted.

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