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Results: A total of 4 of 29 initially diagnosed fetuses were excluded due to changes in diagnosis or loss to follow-up, leaving 25 fetuses for analysis. Of these, 16 (64%) had concordant VA alignment, 8 (32%) had discordant VA connections, and 1 had a double-outlet left ventricle (DOLV). Pulmonary stenosis was observed in 13 fetuses, and 10 (40%) had extracardiac anomalies. Genetic testing, performed in 5 cases, identified a chromosomal anomaly in one case (trisomy 18). Overall, three pregnancies were terminated due to severe associated anomalies. Among the 22 liveborn infants, survival at 12 months was 72%. Restrictive ventricular septal defect (VSD) and the high ductus venosus pulsatility index were significantly associated with lower survival (p = 0.021 and p = 0.034, respectively). Conclusions: Tricuspid atresia can be accurately diagnosed in utero with a thorough echocardiographic evaluation. Restrictive VSD and outflow tract obstructions are critical determinants of early survival, while abnormal DV Doppler patterns may serve as additional markers for adverse outcomes. 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