[Prenatal diagnosis of fetal thrombocytopenia].

A case of maternal idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura complicated by severe fetal thrombocytopenia is reported. Fetal thrombocytopenia was diagnosed by scalp blood-sampling during labour. With discussion of the relevant literature, the authors recommend the use of their method in thrombocytopenic patients in labour. In cases of fetal thrombocytopenia Caesarean section in recommended to prevent trauma and subsequent neonatal haemorrhagic complications.