Pregnancy Pathophysiology Flashcards
When does a spontaneous abortion take place?
Prior to 20 weeks gestation
How is recurrent abortion defined?
2-3 spontaneous abortions
How is a threatened abortion defined?
Symptoms of abortion (i.e. cramping/bleeding) but fetus remains viable and os closed
Approximately how many pregnancies in the first trimester result in spontaneous abortion associated with genetic abnormalities?
30%
What is an inevitable abortion?
Os is open, POC will be passed
What is the most common reason for spontaneous abortion?
Genetic alterations
What maternal abnormalities can cause spontaneous abortion?
Fibroids
Intrauterine scarring
Trauma
Cervical insufficiency
What are the pathogens most commonly associated with septic abortion?
Enterobacteriaceae
Strep
Staph
What structure supports nutrients and development of the fetus?
Yolk Sac
What cells initially become the placenta?
Syncytiotrophoblasts
What day of gestation does the fetal heart begin to contract?
Day 21
What day of gestation does the placenta develop function?
Day 16
What is placental abruption?
Premature seperation (can be partial or completion) of placental form to end of uterine lining
Where does the placenta develop in placenta previa?
Over the cervix
What increases the risk of placenta previa?
C-section, multiple gestation, or other trauma