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What is placenta previa?

13 May 2021

It refers to a condition during pregnancy, where the growth of the placenta remains in the lower part of the womb, partially or totally impeding the transit to the cervix. Under normal conditions, the placenta as a temporary organ that nourishes and provides oxygen to the fetus, moves towards the upper part of the uterus for the delivery to be free.

Potential causes and risks:

There are several reasons why a case of placenta previa could occur, such as, for example, being over 35 years old during pregnancy, smoking, having previously been pregnant, having a problem in the uterus or having had any surgery during pregnancy. 

Signs and symptoms Placenta previa

Generally, the most characteristic sign is a significant vaginal bleeding during the third trimester of pregnancy. 

Diagnosis and treatment Placenta previa

An ultrasound will be performed to confirm if you have a case of placenta previa and depending on the stage and the risk of bleeding, rest may be recommended, or a c-section may be suggested in case a premature delivery is necessary.

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20% of the total robot surgeries of ABC Medical Center correspond to this specialty, which places us as a cutting-edge institution with vast experience and leadership in the field for the benefit of our patients.

Related centers and departments Placenta previa

Fuentes: 

  • mayoclinic.org
  • cigna.com
  • medlineplus.gov
  • medigraphic.com
  • Oyelese, Y. and Smulian, J. (2006). Placenta Previa, Placenta Accreta, and Vasa Previa. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 108(3, Part 1), p.694.
  • Silver, R. (2015). Abnormal Placentation. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 126(3), pp.654- 668. Oyelese, Y. and Smulian, J. (2006). Placenta Previa, Placenta Accreta, and Vasa Previa. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 108(3, Part 1), p.694.
  • Villagómez-Mendoza EA, Martínez NJE, Toriz PA. Hemorragia obstétrica secundaria a placenta previa y leiomioma retroplacentario gigante cervical. Reporte de un caso. Ginecol Obstet Mex. 2019;87(03):202-207.

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