Vasa Praevia Flashcards
1
Q
What is vasa praevia?
A
Where fetal vessels run near the internal cervical os
Exposed fetal vessels travel in the chorioamniotic membranes
2
Q
What is the triad of features for vasa praevia?
A
Vaginal bleeding
Rupture of membranes
Fetal compromise
3
Q
How is vasa praevia diagnosed?
A
Antenatal scan
Found during labour - pulsating fetal vessels seen through cervical os
4
Q
How is vasa praevia managed?
A
Corticosteroids
Elective caesarean section
