Placenta and fetal cord Flashcards

1
Q

Describe the presentation of the maternal side of placenta

A

-rough and spongy

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Describe the presentation of the fatal side of the placenta

A
  • smooth

- has attachment of umbilical cord

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3
Q

what are the functions of the placenta

A
  • Gas exchange/ nutrition
  • Immunity
  • Endocrine function
  • Barrier function between mum and baby
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4
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How many umbellical arteries are there and what do they do?

A

2

Carry deoxygenated blood from fetus to placenta

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5
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how many umbellical veins are there and what do they do?

A

1

carry oxygenated blood from the placenta to the fetus

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6
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what is whartons jelly?

A
  • Gelatinous substance made up of mucopolysaccharides

- It protects and isolates the umbellical vessels

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