Lower segment caesarian section & morbidly adherent placenta

The incidence of placenta accreta has increased dramatically over the last three decades, in concert with increase in caesarean delivery rate.1 Placenta previa and caesarean section are significant risk factors. Morbidly adherent placenta is associated with high fetomaternal morbidity and mortality.

Keywords: Caesarian section, Placenta previa, Morbidly adherent placenta, Ultrasound.