Can Hydrops Resolve

Spontaneous resolution of Non-immune Hydrops fetalis. A case report of hydrops fetalis characterized by ascites and scalp edema of unknown etiology is described. The hydrops developed at 24 weeks and resolved completely without treatment resulting in a live born infant at term.

Is fetal hydrops fatal?

Hydrops usually will rapidly become fatal for your baby if left untreated. An infant/fetus with hydrops is severely compromised. The earlier in the pregnancy the diagnosis is made, the worse the prognosis is. Some babies with hydrops may even die before they are born.

Can hydrops be reversed?

Giving a uniform poor prognosis is no longer justified because if other fetal abnormalities are excluded, in utero treatment, reversal of the hydrops and survival are often possible.