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Review
. 2015 Jul;8(2):57-65.
doi: 10.1159/000365691. Epub 2015 Jul 10.

Urological Manifestations of Placenta Percreta

Mina A Ibrahim  1 , Angela Liu  1 , Amanda Dalpiaz  1 , Richard Schwamb  1 , Kelly Warren  1 , Sardar A Khan  2
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Urological Manifestations of Placenta Percreta

Mina A Ibrahim et al. Curr Urol. 2015 Jul.

Abstract

Placenta percreta is a condition of pregnancy associated with abnormal decidua placenta. It is characterized by invasion of chorionic villi past the myometrium and serosa, towards urogenital organs. Complications include massive hemorrhage, bladder dysfunction, and severe infections during delivery. Reports suggest an increasing prevalence of this condition. From a urological perspective, this review suggests how early diagnostic modalities, effective treatment plans, and appropriate surgical methods may aid in decreasing the morbidity and mortality of placenta percreta. The importance of maintaining bladder integrity during hysterectomy is emphasized.

Keywords: Abnormal placentation; Hematuria; Placenta; Placenta percreta; Post postpartum hemorrhage; Pregnancy; Shock.

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Normal and abnormal placentation.
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Placenta percreta invading pelvic organs.
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Placenta invasion towards the bladder resulting in placenta percreta.
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