Fetal premature atrial contractions: natural course, risk factors and adverse outcomes

CONCLUSIONS: PACs are generally benign and resolve often spontaneously. However, fetuses with irregular heart rate should be referred for advanced ultrasonography, which should focus on the type of PACs and risk classification. When risk factors for tachyarrhythmias are identified, weekly heart rate monitoring is advised until the PACs resolve. In the absence of risk factors, standard obstetric care may be sufficient with additional instructions to report reduced fetal movements. Should tachyarrhythmias or cardiac failure develop, referral back to the FMU is then indicated. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.PMID:38030959 | DOI:10.1002/uog.27546

Source: The Ultrasound Review of Obstetrics and Gynecology - November 29, 2023 Category: Radiology Authors: B B Bet F C Eijsbroek E van Leeuwen I H Linskens I Knobbe S A Clur E Pajkrt Source Type: research