Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy · 2009 · 10 citations · 0 references
MedicineHealth LawPediatricsMaternal-fetal MedicineNeonatologyPediatric SurgeryHydrocephalus ManagementPediatric Hydrocephalus SurgeryHydrocephalus DiagnosisHydrocephalus Shunt ManagementLegal Issues In SupervisionNeonatal HydrocephalusShunt MalfunctionSurgical Shunting
One of a pair of preterm twin fetuses was identified as having progressive hydrocephalus. After an extensive evaluation of the parents and both fetuses, a ventriculoamniotic shunt was placed. The affected twin, despite multiple additional neonatal procedures, has done well as matched against her normal twin sister. Both children are well 4 years after the surgery. The case presented a remarkable complexity of medical, ethical and legal issues which are presented.