Women need to undergo Down syndrome screening during pregnancy. If the screening results show medium or high risk, the pregnant woman should undergo amniocentesis to confirm whether the fetus has Down syndrome. If you are a high-risk pregnant woman aged 35, you should directly undergo amniocentesis examination. So, does amniocentesis require hospitalization?
Pregnant women do not need to be hospitalized for amniocentesis examination. After the puncture, as long as you observe for 2 hours in the hospital, if there are no discomfort symptoms, you can go home and rest directly. Before amniocentesis, pregnant women need to undergo ultrasound examination to determine the position of the placenta and the condition of the fetus, in order to prevent accidental injury to the fetus and placenta
If pregnant women have experienced adverse conditions such as colds, fever, or skin infections 3-7 days before amniocentesis, they should inform the doctor in a timely manner before surgery. If a pregnant woman has a history of allergies and special illnesses, she should also provide a detailed explanation to the doctor.
After amniocentesis, pregnant women need to sit quietly for at least 2 hours before they can go home. This is to allow the pregnant woman to rest, and it is also necessary to observe whether there are any abnormalities during this period. If it is a patient from another city, they can first rest in a hotel or guesthouse near the hospital and then go home the next day to avoid excessive fatigue for pregnant women. Pregnant women should pay attention to rest after surgery and avoid vigorous exercise and physical labor. If postoperative symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, vaginal bleeding, etc. occur, seek medical attention immediately.
