Amniotic fluid aspiration is a common prenatal examination, which is not necessary for most pregnant women. However, if there are certain high-risk conditions in the fetus, such as Down syndrome screening, amniocentesis is usually required for further confirmation. So, is amniocentesis harmful to the body?
Amniotic fluid puncture is actually harmful to the body. If pregnant women are at a higher risk of infection before amniocentesis, or if they are not cleaned and hygienic in a timely manner after amniocentesis, the risk of intrauterine infection in pregnant women will greatly increase. Once an intrauterine infection occurs, it may cause high fever, abdominal pain, and uterine contractions, which are extremely detrimental to the health of pregnant women and fetuses.
Amniotic fluid aspiration is a traumatic examination, and improper operation or other situations may cause bleeding in pregnant women. Therefore, special care should be taken when performing this examination.
Miscarriage is also one of the hazards caused by amniocentesis to the body. If vaginal bleeding occurs during amniocentesis and the correct method is not taken in a timely manner, it can easily lead to fetal miscarriage, which poses significant physical and mental risks to pregnant women. At this time, family members should provide care and psychological comfort to pregnant women, and not let them have too much pressure.
