Study of special telescopes for fetal surgery
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This study tests two types of small cameras (fetoscopes) to see how well they work for surgery on a baby before birth. Doctors want to learn if these tools can safely perform fetal procedures.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and need surgery on your baby before birth.
- You are healthy enough to receive anesthesia.
- You and the baby's father (if possible) agree to join the study.
- Your body mass index (BMI) before pregnancy is 40 or less.
- No known major birth defects that would make life after birth unlikely.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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