Pregnancy outcomes in patients with placenta previa
Journal Title: Ege Tıp Dergisi - Year 2014, Vol 53, Issue 2
Abstract
Aim: To evaluate the maternal demographic features, perinatal outcomes and obstetric complications in cases of placenta previa. Materials and Methods: The data of 69 women with placenta previa followed up in our clinic between January 2009 and June 2013 were evaluated restrospectively through file records. Maternal mean age, gravidity, parity, gestational weeks, mode of delivery, birth weight, apgar scores, gestational diabetes (GDM), pregestational diabetes, polihydramnios, oligohydramnios, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), need of transfusion, the frequency of antenatal vaginal bleeding, peripartum hysterectomy need, placental invasion findings, in utero mort fetalis (IUMF) and neonatal mortality were all evaluated. In addition, obstetric history and the number of prior cesarean deliveries were evaluated. Results: The mean age, gravida and parity were 32.19±4.58 (22-40 years), 2.29±1.55, and 0.96±1.18 respectively. The mean gestational week was 30.99±6.96. 22 cases (31.9%) had prior cesarean delivery. The mean birth weight was 2854.38±815.72 g (500 g-4300 g), apgar scores at 1 and 5 minutes were 9.30±1.57 and 9.70±0.95 respectively. Four cases had placental invasion findings and 5 cases needed peripartum hysterectomy. Conclusion: Placenta previa still remains an important cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Prior cesarean operations, grandmultiparity, uterin anomalies, advanced maternal age are well-known risk factors. With respect to Turkey, especially in peripheric hospitals, attention should be directed to the cesarean indications and preventive measures should be taken immediately following known pregnancy for women with low compliance and those who have poor antenatal surveillance.
Authors and Affiliations
B Artunç Ülkümen, HG Pala, F Aktenk, Y Bülbül Baytur
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