Placenta | Vasa Previa

Placenta | Vasa Previa Vasa previa is a condition which arises when fetal blood vessels implant into the placenta in a way that covers the internal os of the uterus. This section outlines possible pregnancy complications associated with this condition. Expand All...

Placenta | Invasive Placenta

Placenta | Invasive Placenta Invasive placenta is characterized by an abnormal invasion of the placenta into the maternal uterus, posing serious risk for the mother and the baby. This section outlines the risks associated with this condition. Essential Information...

Placenta | Pre-eclampsia

Placenta | Pre-eclampsia Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by new-onset maternal hypertension and protein in the urine. This section outlines risk factors associated with pre-eclampsia, as well as its causes, management and other useful...

Placenta | Placental abruption

Placenta | Placental abruption ​Placental abruption is characterized by a separation of the placenta from the uterine wall. This section contains information on causes, diagnosis, prognosis and other aspects of a pregnancy complicated by abruption. Essential...

Placenta | Placental insufficiency

Placenta | Placental insufficiency Placental insufficiency (or uteroplacental vascular insufficiency) is a complication of pregnancy in which the placenta is unable to deliver an adequate supply of nutrients and oxygen and, thus, cannot fully support the developing...

Placenta | Placental chorangiomas

Placenta | Placental chorangiomas Placental chorangiomas are growths that are benign (non-cancerous) masses of placental tissue and blood vessels. Very large chorangiomas may “steal” blood from the fetal circulation, resulting in the fetal heart having to work much...