قصور الرحم المشيمي (Uteroplacental Insufficiency)

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Uteroplacental Insufficiency

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On this page, you will find everything you need to know about uteroplacental insufficiency.

What is Uteroplacental Insufficiency?

The placenta is an organ that forms in a woman’s uterus during pregnancy to deliver oxygen and provide essential nutrients for fetal growth. Uteroplacental insufficiency occurs when the placenta does not function properly due to reduced maternal blood flow, which may lead to decreased oxygen supply to the fetus and result in complications during pregnancy.

What Are the Symptoms of Uteroplacental Insufficiency?

Uteroplacental insufficiency usually does not cause noticeable symptoms that the pregnant woman can feel. However, some conditions such as preeclampsia may be accompanied by symptoms that contribute to placental insufficiency. In some cases, the lack of abdominal growth or changes in belly size during pregnancy may indicate placental insufficiency.

  • What Are the Causes of Uteroplacental Insufficiency?
  • Placental insufficiency occurs due to improper development of the placenta within the uterus. Although the exact cause may not always be known, several risk factors can increase the likelihood of developing this condition, including:
  • Diabetes.
  • Preeclampsia.
  • Blood clotting disorders.
  • Certain infections.
  • Anemia.
  • Maternal smoking.
  • High blood pressure and heart disease.
  • Kidney disease.

 

Previous pregnancy with bleeding.

Maternal age over 40.

  • How Is It Diagnosed?
  • The doctor will take a full medical history and perform a physical examination. Additional tests may be ordered as needed, such as:

Ultrasound imaging.

Fetal heart rate monitoring and pattern assessment.

  • How Is Uteroplacental Insufficiency Treated?
  • There is currently no cure for uteroplacental insufficiency, but managing the condition can help reduce potential complications. The treatment plan depends on:
  • Test results.

Expected delivery date.

Your overall health.

 

If you are less than 37 weeks pregnant and tests show no significant stress on the baby, your doctor may recommend continued monitoring with more frequent testing to ensure fetal well-being, alongside blood pressure and blood sugar control.

If you are beyond 37 weeks pregnant and there is a risk to the baby’s health, your doctor may recommend a cesarean section or induction of labor.

How Can Uteroplacental Insufficiency Be Prevented?

Ongoing prenatal care and early monitoring throughout pregnancy can help manage and support a healthy pregnancy. Quitting smoking may also help avoid pregnancy complications.

  • What Are the Complications of Uteroplacental Insufficiency?
  • Possible complications associated with placental insufficiency include:
  • Preeclampsia.
  • Preterm birth.
  • Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR).
  • Placental abruption.

Low oxygen supply to the baby during delivery.

Increased risk of fetal loss.

When Should You See a Doctor?

Since uteroplacental insufficiency usually presents without clear signs or symptoms, it is essential to attend regular prenatal visits from the beginning of pregnancy until delivery.

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