Women need to undergo many examinations during pregnancy, and ultrasound, Tang screening, etc. are very important examination items. Some pregnant women also need to undergo amniocentesis. Most pregnant women are afraid of amniocentesis, fearing that it may cause harm to themselves and the fetus. So, what are the hazards of amniocentesis for pregnant women?
Performing amniocentesis does not have a significant impact or harm on pregnant women, as amniocentesis is usually performed under ultrasound. Moreover, amniocentesis is performed earlier in the month, when the fetus is still very young and there is more amniotic fluid in the uterus. There is a large amount of amniotic fluid around the fetus, so it will not harm the fetus.
There are strict regulations when performing amniocentesis, such as pregnant women's body temperature not exceeding 37.5 ℃. If there is pelvic inflammatory disease or intrauterine infection, amniocentesis cannot be performed. It is necessary to wait until the body has recovered to its optimal state before undergoing amniocentesis examination. After amniocentesis, pregnant women should rest in bed for 2-3 days.
Not all pregnant women need to undergo amniocentesis. Usually, pregnant women over the age of 35 are considered high-risk mothers, and doctors will recommend amniocentesis at this time. This is because mothers over the age of 35 are 3-5 times more likely to give birth to children with Down syndrome than ordinary pregnant women. In addition, if high-risk factors are found during the Tang screening examination, an amniocentesis is also required.
