Abstract
Causes of fetal ascites are reviewed, and 3 new cases are reported. A protocol is suggested for intrauterine investigation of the spectrum of diseases causing fetal ascites. There is some overlap with causes of hydrops fetalis.
MeSH terms
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Amniotic Fluid
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Ascites / etiology*
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Ascites / pathology
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Edema / etiology*
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Edema / pathology
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Female
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Fetal Diseases / etiology*
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Intestinal Obstruction / complications
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Male
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Metabolism, Inborn Errors / complications
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Polycystic Kidney Diseases / complications
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Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Complications / etiology
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Urologic Diseases / complications*
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alpha 1-Antitrypsin Deficiency