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The article is professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor II Lai Thi Nguyet Hang - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.
Placenta previa is a phenomenon where the placenta does not attach to the bottom of the uterus, but part or all of the placenta attaches to the lower uterine segment and cervix, causing uterine bleeding during pregnancy and obstructing the path of the fetus. when the mother goes into labor. There are 4 types of placenta previa commonly found in pregnant women, which are central vesicles, low vesicles, margin vesicles and semi-central vesicles.
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Placenta previa is a phenomenon where the placenta does not attach to the bottom of the uterus, but part or all of the placenta attaches to the lower uterine segment and cervix, causing uterine bleeding during pregnancy and obstructing the path of the fetus. when the mother goes into labor.2. Veggies are common in pregnant women
Based on the location of placenta, there are 4 types of placenta previa that are common in pregnant women, which are:Placenta previa has low attachment: The border of the placenta is attached to the lower part of the uterus, not yet reaching the hole in the cervix. Placenta previa adheres to the margin: The border of the placenta attaches to the edge of the inner cervical hole. Semi-central placenta previa: The placenta partially covers the opening in the cervix. Central placenta previa: The placenta completely covers the opening of the cervix.
3. Causes of placenta previa
The cause of placenta previa is unknown, but there are many reasons that can lead to placenta previa in the following cases:Have had placenta previa before. Have a history of caesarean section for cesarean section. There is a history of fibroid removal surgery, hysterectomy... There is a history of multiple abortions by surgical methods. Have a history of uterine-controlled delivery or artificial placental detachment. Giving birth many times. Some cases occur in women who smoke heavily.
4. Harm of placenta previa for mother and fetus
Placenta previa, if not detected and handled promptly, causes harms to the mother and fetus such as:For the mother: + Causes anemia, even life-threatening blood loss, fetal Women at risk of having to have a hysterectomy
+ Risk of infection and blood transfusion
For the fetus: malnutrition, fetal distress, premature babies born due to placenta previa are susceptible to respiratory failure, the most dangerous can die fetal death. Among the placenta previa commonly found in pregnant women, the central placenta is the most dangerous because the placenta completely covers the cervix. To protect the health of mother and baby during pregnancy, pregnant women should have regular antenatal check-ups to promptly detect possible abnormalities.
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