Circumvallate placenta

Discussion:

Case shows placental morphological variation - circumvallate placenta. It shows rolled up / uplifted placental edge. It is called as complete circumvallate placenta if 100 % ( 360 degree ) of placental circumference involved. If it is less than that; it is called as partial circumvallate placenta. Complete type shows higher risk of complications like placental abruption, preterm labor, IUGR.

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