Basics of Placental Abruption
What is placental abruption?
What is The premature separation of the placenta from the uterus
Name on common symptom of placental abruption.
What is vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, or back pain
Name one risk factor for placental abruption
What is High blood pressure, smoking or trauma to the abdomen
What is one potential complication for the baby?
What is preterm birth or low birth weight
What is a common treatment approach for mild cases of placental abruption?
What is bed rest and close monitoring
When does placental abruption typically occur?
What is Usually in the third trimester but can occur anytime after the 20th week of pregnancy.
What diagnostic tool is often used to identify placental abruption?
What is an Ultrasound
How does a previous history of placental abruption affect risk?
What is it increases the recurrence in future pregnancies
What is one potential complication for the mother?
What is Severe blood loss or shock
What might be necessary if the abruption is severe?
What is immediate delivery, often by cesarean section
What percentage of pregnancies are affected by placental abruption?
What is approximately 1% of pregnancies