APH Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of placenta praevia
A
Previous surgery on the uterus - LSCS, myomectomy, D&C
Past history
Hyperhomocystinemia
2
Q
Vasa praevia
A
Fetal vessels in the membrane crosses the internal and lie in front of the presenting part
Tear occurs during ARM
Mx - LSCS
3
Q
Causes of abruptio placenta
A
Medical - preeclampsia, HTN, chorioamniotis (2 to PPROM)
Thrombophilias - congenital, acquired (APLA)
Trauma - blunt trauma, amniocentesis, ECV, uterine decompression (hydramnios & delivery of 1st twin)
Others - past history, smoking
