Placenta Accreta, Increta, and Parcreta

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Introduction

Placenta accreta is a placental invasion into the myometrium.

a simple case introducing clincial presentation and calling for a differential diagnosis to get students thinking.

Increased incidence due to increased rates of C/S.

Placenta previa +/- prior uterine surgery.

Prior C/S or any uterine surgery.

Asherman's syndrome.

Submucous leiomomata (fibroids)

Maternal age >35

Ultrasound is usually used to diagnose.

MRI may be helpful as needed.

Delivery in

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