vasa praevia Flashcards
1
Q
what is vasa praevia
A
condition where the fetal vessels are within the fetal membranes and travel across the internal cervical os
2
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risk factors for vasa praevia
A
low lying placenta
IVF pregnancy
multiple pregnancy
3
Q
presentation of vasa praevia
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diagnosed by ultrasound during pregnancy
antepartum haemorrhage
pulsating fetal vessels on vaginal exam during labour
4
Q
management of vasa praevia
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asymptomatic women:
- corticosteroids from 32 weeks
- elective caesarean section for 34-36 weeks
emergency caesarean section for antepartum haemorrhage
