Question
The detailed examination of my wife’s pregnancy showed that the fetus has an abnormality, and the doctor recommended amniocentesis. After the puncture, it was diagnosed that the fetus has a deletion in the short arm of the eighth pair of chromosomes. What does a chromosome 8 abnormality represent?
Answer
Based on your description, the fetal chromosomal abnormality indicates that the fetus may have malformations. This situation suggests terminating the pregnancy, as fetal chromosomal abnormalities may lead to fetal stillbirth, miscarriage, and even if the fetus is born, it may not develop like a normal child. Chromosome 8 abnormality is often due to abnormalities during female ovulation, which can easily lead to miscarriage or fetal malformation, therefore, it is recommended that you terminate the pregnancy.