Placenta increta
Placenta increta is a serious pregnancy complication where the placenta attaches too deeply into the uterine wall. This condition is a type of placenta accreta, which also includes placenta percreta and placenta accreta.
Pronunciation
Placenta increta is pronounced as pla-SEN-tuh in-KREE-tuh.
Etymology
The term "placenta increta" is derived from Latin, where "placenta" means "cake" and "increta" means "grown into".
Definition
Placenta increta occurs when the placenta attaches itself too deeply and too firmly into the uterine wall. Unlike a normal pregnancy where the placenta detaches from the uterine wall after childbirth, in cases of placenta increta, the placenta remains attached. This can lead to severe postpartum hemorrhage and can be life-threatening to the mother.
Symptoms
Symptoms of placenta increta may not be noticeable until the time of delivery. However, some women may experience vaginal bleeding in the third trimester.
Diagnosis
Placenta increta is typically diagnosed through an ultrasound or MRI during pregnancy.
Treatment
Treatment for placenta increta often involves a surgical procedure known as a cesarean section followed by a hysterectomy to remove the uterus.
Related Terms
- Placenta accreta
- Placenta percreta
- Placenta previa
- Postpartum hemorrhage
- Cesarean section
- Hysterectomy
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Placenta increta
- Wikipedia's article - Placenta increta
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