Gestational conditions affecting

Pregnancy

ABRUPTIO PLACENTA

juliet v. avena and josephine G. Minger

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Key Points

Bleeding in abruptio placentae may be

external or concealed.
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Key Points

Sometimes abruptio placenta causes only

minimal symptoms and signs.
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Key Points

Do not exclude the diagnosis because a test

result (including ultrasonographic) is normal.
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Key Points

Consider prompt cesarean delivery if maternal

of fetal stability is threatened or if pregnancy
is near term.
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Key Points

Consider vaginal delivery if mother and fetus

are stable and pregnancy is near term.
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Key Points

Consider hospitalization and modified

rest
if bleeding resolves and maternal and fetal
status remains stable, ambulation and usually
hospital discharge are allowed.
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