Evaluation of placental weight and placental attachment of umbilical cord and its clinical correlations
Journal Title: Perspectives In Medical Research - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
Introduction: Placenta is a foeto-maternal organ which connects the developing foetus to the uterine wall of the mother. It allows the transfer of nutrients, elimination of wastes, and exchange of gases via mother's blood supply. The birth weight and placental insufficiency are significant risk factors for the development of the metabolic syndrome in later life. Aim and Objectives: The purpose of this study is to analyze the weight of the placenta and site of attachment of umbilical cord to the placenta by dissection method and to correlate them with any abnormalities of the mother as well as foetus. Materials and Methods: A total of 50 specimens were collected from Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences during the period of February 2013 to May 2014 and subjected to thorough examination. Details were recorded and analyzed. Results:Study showed a mean weight of 450.40g. Central attachment of umbilical cord in 27(54%), battledore 15 (30%), velamentous 7(14%) and double umbilical cord 1 (2 %) was observed. Conclusion: Variations in the placenta are also associated with abnormalities in the foetus as well as the mother. Therefore, it is essential that the delivering physician performs a thorough, accurate examination of the placenta which in case of abnormality will be helpful for immediate and later management of mother and infant.
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Manju Sree
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