a case of a G4P3(3003) multi-fetal pregnancy at 20 weeks AOG | Figure 1

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Specialization: Obstetrics & Gynecology

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A G4P3(3003) multi-fetal pregnancy at 20 weeks AOG, admitted due to preterm labor. Both babies died shortly after delivery. Probably a case of twin to twin transfusion.

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