The pros & cons of prenatal testing
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The decision to undergo prenatal diagnosis should be made by pregnant women and their partners following a consultation with a doctor. Talks with a genetic counselor or a religious advisor will also help couples decide. Some circumstances that determine the need for prenatal tests are presented.
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1998
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When pregnancy gets complicated
Article Abstract:
Pregnant women should keep their prenatal appointments and should watch out for possible complications in their second or third trimester. These problems can include placental abruption, placenta previa, premature rapture of the membranes and cervical incompetence.
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 1999
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Miracles in the womb
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An explanation of the different types of medical treatments fetuses can receive whilst they are still in the uterus, such as blood transfusions, is presented.
Publication Name: American Baby
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0044-7544
Year: 2000
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