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A 53-year-old member asked:
What instruments are used to perform a chorionic villi sampling?
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Dr. Troy Reynaanswered
Pediatric Surgery 46 years experience
Ultrasound: Ultrasound is used to assess the anatomy of the fetus and placenta. This allows directed placement of the biopsy needle to get a speciman. This is usually done under local anesthesia.
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Dr. John Berrymananswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 56 years experience
Chorionic sampling: A small curette is introduced under ultrasound guidance, and a very small piece of placenta is taken and a genetic analysis is performed. An amniocentesis under ultrasound has less potential for harm, so ask your OB provider his/her advice.
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Last updated Oct 25, 2018
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