Friday, April 3, 2009

Imaging Studies

Ultrasonography helps determine the location of the placenta to exclude placenta previa.Ultrasonography is not very useful in diagnosing placental abruption.

  • Retroplacental hematoma may be recognized in 2-25% of all abruptions.
  • Recognition of retroplacental hematoma depends on the degree of hematoma and on the operator's skill level.

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