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Review
. 2010 Apr;22(2):152-4.
doi: 10.1097/GCO.0b013e32833723a0.

Amniocentesis: technique and education

Jacky Nizard  1
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Review

Amniocentesis: technique and education

Jacky Nizard. Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol. 2010 Apr.

Abstract

Purpose of review: To review available data on the technique and education of amniocentesis.

Recent findings: Literature shows many tools facilitating training for amniocentesis. These models can be either bought or hand made. Initial teaching should ideally be part of a specific curriculum. Reports of fetal loss due to amniocentesis differ greatly among authors, varying from 0.13 to 2.2%.

Summary: Developing an adapted curriculum for amniocentesis training is important and emphasizes the usefulness of a standardize technique. Available data on the risks of amniocentesis should help counseling women/couples.

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