Prenatal diagnosis of Apert syndrome with continuation of pregnancy-a report of two cases.

Background: Craniosynostosis, the premature fusion of cranial sutures, may occur in isolated or syndromic forms. Among syndromic craniosynostoses, Apert syndrome is a rare but significant condition, characterized by a triad of multisuture craniosynostosis, midface hypoplasia, and symmetric syndactyly of the hands and feet. Early prenatal diagnosis is challenging but essential for appropriate counseling and perinatal planning.

Fetal tachyarrhythmias: current knowledge for clinical practice.

Fetal arrhythmias account for 10-20% of all outpatient consultations in specialized fetal medicine centers. Furthermore, it is evident that tachyarrhythmias account for 8% of all such arrhythmias. Most arrhythmias are benign and easy to manage, but certain tachyarrhythmias require close monitoring due to the risk of decompensation, progression to heart failure with hydrops, and potential fetal death.