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Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome
TTTS (Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome) is a condition in pregnancy that exists when blood passes disproportionately between twins with a shared placenta. Learn more about this twin disease and options for treatment.
Fifteen Questions You Must Ask Your Doctor About TTTS
If you are pregnant with twins, it is important to ask your doctor these fifteen questions about TTTS, twin to twin transfusion syndrome.
Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Sydrome from About Rare Diseases
About.com's Guide to Rare Diseases presents this article describing TTTS (Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome), its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
A Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome
Amanda Lyons, a regular on About.com forums, shares this story about her twins' experience with TTTS.
Australian Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome Support Group
Formed by two women who dealt with TTTS during their own pregnancies, this site seeks to provide Australian parents with information and support. Visitors will find personal stories from families whose babies were afflicted with TTTS, as well as links to local medical resources.
Fetal Transfusion Syndrome
A.D.A.M. provides this description of Fetal Transfusion Syndrome (Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome).
Fetal Treatment Program
The Fetal Treatment Program, a collaboration between Brown University in Rhode Island and Tthe New England Medical Center/Tufts University in Boston, performs laser surgery to correct TTTS. This site has some excellent graphics to help you visualize the syndrome.
The Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome Foundation
This organization offers support to parents and information for medical professionals. The helpful FAQ explains the condition and how it impacts each baby.
Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome
Consider this a parents' guide to TTTS. It succinctly explains the condition, describes symptoms, and advises parents on how to cope with the diagnosis.
What is TTTS?
This guide from the UK Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome Association clearly explains what the condition is and how it effects babies in utero. It offers some theories on the causes behind the disease.