Circumvallate placenta
Circumvallate Placenta
Circumvallate placenta (pronunciation: sir-kum-val-ate pla-sen-ta) is a rare condition that affects the placenta during pregnancy.
Etymology
The term "circumvallate" is derived from Latin, where "circum" means around and "vallate" means surrounded by a wall. The term "placenta" is also Latin and means flat cake, referring to the organ's shape.
Definition
A circumvallate placenta is characterized by a thickened, folded, and fibrous ring around the periphery of the placenta. This ring is formed by the double layer of the amnion and chorion, which are two of the membranes that make up the amniotic sac. This condition can lead to complications such as preterm labor, placental abruption, and intrauterine growth restriction.
Related Terms
- Placenta: The organ that provides oxygen and nutrients to your baby during pregnancy.
- Amnion: The innermost layer of the placenta, which forms the amniotic sac.
- Chorion: The outermost layer of the placenta, which contributes to the formation of the amniotic sac.
- Amniotic sac: The bag of fluid inside the womb where the baby develops.
- Preterm labor: Labor that begins before the 37th week of pregnancy.
- Placental abruption: A serious pregnancy complication in which the placenta detaches from the uterus.
- Intrauterine growth restriction: A condition in which a baby doesn't grow to normal weight during pregnancy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Circumvallate placenta
- Wikipedia's article - Circumvallate placenta
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