Perinatal deaths and lymphatic system involvement: a diagnostic flow-chart applying immunohistochemical methods

Authors :: C, Bellini
M, Rutigliani
F, Boccardo
C, Campisi
E, Fulcheri
T, Bellini
E, Bonioli
Source :: Lymphology. 44(3)
Publication Year :: 2011
Abstract: A diagnostic flow chart is presented for use in case of perinatal death or still birth with non-immune hydrops fetalis, visceral effusions, or increased nuchal translucency. Immunohistochemical staining with CD-31, CD-34, D2-40, and smooth muscle actin is recommended.

Subjects :: Lymphatic System
Hydrops Fetalis
Humans
Stillbirth
Nuchal Translucency Measurement
Fetal Death
Immunohistochemistry

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