International Journal of Science and Research
Clinical Outcomes of Placenta Previa in Women with a Previous Cesarean Section: A Comparison by Placenta Accreta Spectrum Status
By Karuna Ramchandra Wayal and Sanjaykumar Tambe.
Abstract
Background
Placenta previa in women with previous cesarean delivery is associated with placenta accreta spectrum (PAS), obstetric haemorrhage, operative morbidity and adverse perinatal outcomes.
Methods
This retrospective observational study included 81 women with placenta previa and previous cesarean delivery. Patient-level data from the study master chart were analysed for demographic characteristics, obstetric history, PAS, timing and mode of delivery, maternal morbidity and neonatal outcomes. PAS was defined as a recorded diagnosis of accreta, increta or percreta. Categorical variables were compared using Fisher's exact test or the chi-square test, as appropriate. Odds ratios (ORs) were calculated for selected binary outcomes.