Fetoscopic Insufflation Modeled in the Extrauterine Environment for Neonatal Development (EXTEND): Fetoscopic Insufflation is Safe for the Fetus

Sheep model study demonstrates that warm humidified CO2 insufflation during fetoscopic procedures is safe for the fetus when the umbilical cord remains covered by amniotic fluid. Using the EXTEND ex utero support platform, researchers found no adverse effects on fetal blood gases or cerebral perfusion with optimized insufflation conditions.