Confined Placental Mosaicism

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Confined Placental Mosaicism

Confined placental mosaicism (CPM) is a condition in which the placenta and the fetus each have a different chromosomal makeup. This condition is sometimes discovered via chorionic villous (CVS) testing or other genetic screenings. Confined placental mosaicism is a rare and often inconsequential condition that only affects about 1-2% of pregnancies. What is Confined Placental

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Preeclampsia and Eclampsia: Two Serious Pregnancy Conditions

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Preeclampsia and Eclampsia: Two Serious Pregnancy Conditions

Preeclampsia and eclampsia are two pregnancy complications that require the help of a maternal fetal medicine specialist. Both require specialized care to ensure you have a healthy and successful pregnancy. Preeclampsia and eclampsia can be dangerous or even fatal, but the vast majority of cases in the United States are effectively managed and most patients do not have serious consequences. Still, you can experience illness and symptoms during pregnancy with preeclampsia and eclampsia,

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