A study of a new surgical approach for TTTS and TAPS
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This trial tests a new surgical technique for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) or twin anemia-polycythemia sequence (TAPS). It places a stitch through the amniotic sac during surgery to see if it helps. The study is for pregnant people between 18 and 23 weeks with healthy cervical length and a safe access point for surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with TTTS or TAPS.
- You are between 18 weeks and 23 weeks pregnant.
- Your cervical length is more than 2.5 cm before surgery.
- You have a safe spot for the surgeon to reach the sac through your belly.
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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