Chorionic Haematoma Flashcards
1
Q
What is chorionic bleeding?
A
Pooling of blood between chorion and endometrium
2
Q
What is the chorion?
A
Membrane surrounding the embryo
3
Q
How common is chorionic haematoma?
A
3.1% of all pregnancies
4
Q
What can chorionic haematoma cause?
A
Bleeding and cramping
5
Q
What can large haematomas cause?
A
Source of infection (irritability causing cramping and miscarriage)
6
Q
Prognosis of most chorionic haematoma?
A
Self-limiting
7
Q
Investigation of chorionic haematoma?
A
Can be picked up on US
8
Q
Treatment of chorionic haematoma?
A
Reassurance and surveillance
