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Placenta Previa

Underlying Cause

Placenta Previa Underlying Cause

The exact cause for placenta previa is unknown. However, injury to the uterus may play a role.

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Last Updated: Jun 23, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Placenta Previa References:

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Crane JM, Van den Hof MC, Dodds L, Armson BA, Liston R. Maternal complications with placenta previa. Am J Perinatol. 2000;17(2):101-5.
Sheiner E, Shoham-Vardi I, Hallak M, Hershkowitz R, Katz M, Mazor M. Placenta previa: obstetric risk factors and pregnancy outcome. J Matern Fetal Med. 2001 Dec;10(6):414-9.