Intrauterine blood transfusion

Intrauterine blood transfusion is a medical procedure performed to treat a fetus suffering from severe anemia, often caused by blood exchange issues with the mother. A thin needle is carefully inserted through the mother's abdomen and into the fetus's umbilical cord or inside the fetal chest under ultrasound guidance. Fresh donor blood is then transfused directly into the fetus's bloodstream to improve oxygen delivery and overall health. This delicate procedure aims to prevent serious complications like heart failure or organ damage, allowing the fetus to develop more normally until birth.