Prenatal Predictors and Early Postnatal Outcomes in Fetuses Diagnosed with Tricuspid Atresia

<b>Objective:</b> To assess the prenatal course and early postnatal outcomes of fetuses diagnosed with tricuspid atresia and to identify predictors of survival. <b>Methods:</b> This was a retrospective study of 25 fetuses diagnosed with tricuspid atresia in a single tertiary referral center, evaluating prenatal echocardiographic features and postnatal outcomes. <b>Results:</b> A total of 4 of 29 initially diagnosed fetuses were excluded due to changes in diagnosis or loss to follow-up, leaving 25 fetuses for analysis. Of these, 16 (64%) had concordant VA alignment, 8 (32%) had discordant VA connections, and 1 had a double-outlet left ventricle (DOLV). Pulmonary stenosis was observed in 13 fetuses, and 10 (40%) had extracardiac anomalies. Genetic testing, performed in 5 cases, identified a chromosomal anomaly in one case (trisomy 18). Overall, three pregnancies were terminated due to severe associated anomalies. Among the 22 liveborn infants, survival at 12 months was 72%. Restrictive ventricular septal defect (VSD) and the high ductus venosus pulsatility index were significantly associated with lower survival (<i>p</i> = 0.021 and <i>p</i> = 0.034, respectively). <b>Conclusions:</b> Tricuspid atresia can be accurately diagnosed in utero with a thorough echocardiographic evaluation. Restrictive VSD and outflow tract obstructions are critical determinants of early survival, while abnormal DV Doppler patterns may serve as additional markers for adverse outcomes. More extensive studies are needed to validate these findings and improve prognostic counseling.

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2024-12-19
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https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14242855
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Prenatal Predictors and Early Postnatal Outcomes in Fetuses Diagnosed with Tricuspid Atresia

Oya Demirci, Ömer Gökhan Eyisoy, Özge Kahramanoğlu
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Prenatal Predictors and Early Postnatal Outcomes in Fetuses Diagnosed with Tricuspid Atresia

Oya Demirci, Ömer Gökhan Eyisoy, Özge Kahramanoğlu
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<b>Objective:</b> To assess the prenatal course and early postnatal outcomes of fetuses diagnosed with tricuspid atresia and to identify predictors of survival. <b>Methods:</b> This was a retrospective study of 25 fetuses diagnosed with tricuspid atresia in a single tertiary referral center, evaluating prenatal echocardiographic features and postnatal outcomes. <b>Results:</b> A total of 4 of 29 initially diagnosed fetuses were excluded due to changes in diagnosis or loss to follow-up, leaving 25 fetuses for analysis. Of these, 16 (64%) had concordant VA alignment, 8 (32%) had discordant VA connections, and 1 had a double-outlet left ventricle (DOLV). Pulmonary stenosis was observed in 13 fetuses, and 10 (40%) had extracardiac anomalies. Genetic testing, performed in 5 cases, identified a chromosomal anomaly in one case (trisomy 18). Overall, three pregnancies were terminated due to severe associated anomalies. Among the 22 liveborn infants, survival at 12 months was 72%. Restrictive ventricular septal defect (VSD) and the high ductus venosus pulsatility index were significantly associated with lower survival (<i>p</i> = 0.021 and <i>p</i> = 0.034, respectively). <b>Conclusions:</b> Tricuspid atresia can be accurately diagnosed in utero with a thorough echocardiographic evaluation. Restrictive VSD and outflow tract obstructions are critical determinants of early survival, while abnormal DV Doppler patterns may serve as additional markers for adverse outcomes. More extensive studies are needed to validate these findings and improve prognostic counseling.

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