18. Do identical multiples present additional risks during pregnancy?

Mono-amniotic and mono-chorionic gestations do present some additional complications such as cord entanglement and conjoining. Also, if one monochorionic multiple is lost early in pregnancy, the co-multiple is at a greater risk of being miscarried as well.

The greatest risk in a mono-amniotic or mono-chorionic pregnancy is twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. These situations can be managed through vigilant monitoring, and expectant parents should note that these complications are extremely rare in a higher-order multiples.

For more information on identical twin gestations visit Monoamniotic.org

Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome Foundation is solely dedicated to providing immediate and lifesaving educational, emotional and financial support to families, medical professionals, and other caregivers before, during, and after a diagnosis of twin to twin transfusion syndrome.

Interventional procedure overview of intrauterine laser ablation of placental vessels for the treatment of twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome

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