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Placental abruption is the early separation of the placenta from the wall of the uterus before the fetus is delivered. This can cause serious problems, including bleeding.
Current as of: November 9, 2022
Author: Healthwise StaffMedical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family MedicineSarah Marshall MD - Family MedicineWilliam Gilbert MD - Maternal and Fetal MedicineKara L. Cadwallader MD - Family Medicine
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine & William Gilbert MD - Maternal and Fetal Medicine & Kara L. Cadwallader MD - Family Medicine
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