Tell differences between the monchorionic and dichorionic placentas. What are the signs of acute and chronic twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Unlike-sex twins are dizygotic. Twins with monchorionic placentas are monzygotic. Later splitting will result in conjoined twins.
Monozygotic pregnancies have random geographic distribution .
Dizygotic pregnancies occur when two eggs are fertilized. Polyovulation may be genetically determined, occur after discontinuation of contraception, or induction of ovulation. Multiple gestation is also more common after invitro fertilization and embryo transfer, hence unequal geographic distribution. Risks associated with prematurity, which is more frequent in multiple gestation, are most important. Also, risks associated with common abnormal fetal lies and presentations.