abruptio placentae

Abruptio placentae is defined as the premature separation of the placenta from the uterus. Patients with abruptio placentae typically present with abdominal pain, bleeding, uterine contractions, and fetal distress or stillbirth.

Bleeding in Pregnancy

Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy is far more common during the first trimester of pregnancy than many women believe. Bleeding in pregnancy in the second and third trimesters, however is of far greater concern.

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Cesarean Section and Delivery

When vaginal births are too risky or the birth must happen very quickly, a cesarean section or delivery, or c-section, is chosen by the obstetrician for the safety of both baby and mom.

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What are Pregnancy Complications with Twins?

Pregnancy complications in twins are many-fold higher than with a sigleton baby and include a higher rate of premature deliveries and fetal anomalies.

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