Placental Mosaicism

Placental Mosaicism

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMay 06, 2020

The topic Placental Mosaicism you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Confined Placental Mosaicism.

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  • Confined Placental Mosaicism is a condition characterized by the discrepancy between the chromosomal/genetic makeup of the baby and placenta. Genetic and chromosomal makeup of the placenta and fetus are almost always the same, because they both develop from the same zygote (egg)
  • This condition is estimated to occur in about 1 in 50-100 pregnancies, due to some problems during cell division in the placenta. There are no specific signs and symptoms associated with Confined Placental Mosaicism
  • A diagnosis of the condition is made by chorion villous sampling. However, there is no specific treatment for Confined Placental Mosaicism. The prognosis is good with no fetal and maternal complications in a majority of the cases

The placenta is an organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall.

  • It is a disc shaped reddish brown structure that connects the fetus to the mother through the umbilical cord
  • The umbilical cord contains two umbilical arteries and one umbilical vein, providing a connection between maternal and fetal blood circulation
  • The normal function of placenta is to supply nutrients and oxygen to the fetus from the mother’s blood and remove wastes from the fetal body
  • The chorion and amnion are placental membranes. The chorion is the membrane that is present between the growing fetus and the mother. The amnion closely covers and protects the developing embryo

Please find comprehensive information on Confined Placental Mosaicism regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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