Vasa previa is the presence of unprotected fetal blood vessels, arterial andor venous, coursing within the fetal membranes over or in close proximity to the internal cervical os. These vessels are not supported by placental tissue or the umbilical cord. Their exposed location places them at high risk of rupture or compression during labor or membrane rupture, which can result in acute fetal hemorrhage, stillbirth, or neonatal death if not diagnosed antenatally.
Supplement your learning on Ultrasound excellence in Beyond ultrasound: MRI in gynecological imaging
This course provides a practical, structured approach to the normal gynecological ultrasound examination, with emphasis on high-quality ultrasound image acquisition, standardized documentation and clinically relevant interpretation.
Complementa tu aprendizaje sobre Actualización sobre temas de actualidad en ecografía ginecológica
Complementa tu aprendizaje sobre Actualización sobre temas de actualidad en ecografía ginecológica