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  • Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is a high-risk obstetric condition with increasing incidence.
  • It poses a significant threat of life-threatening hemorrhage, particularly during delivery.
  • Severe PAS causes anatomical distortion and a high-flow vascular state in the pelvis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the challenges in diagnosing and managing Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS).
  • To underscore the morbidity associated with current standard treatments for PAS.
  • To advocate for improved, patient-centered care and further research into alternative treatments.

Main Methods:

  • Antenatal ultrasonography for screening and diagnosis.
  • Evaluation at specialized referral centers with expertise in imaging and surgical management.
  • Cesarean hysterectomy with the placenta left in situ as the common treatment in the US.

Main Results:

  • Standard treatment (cesarean hysterectomy) is frequently morbid, leading to prolonged surgery, injuries, transfusions, and ICU admission.
  • Post-surgical complications include PTSD, pelvic pain, reduced quality of life, and depression.
  • Current management relies heavily on expert opinion, indicating a need for more research.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal management of PAS requires a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach from diagnosis through recovery.
  • There is a critical need for research into alternative treatments and adjunctive surgical techniques to minimize complications.
  • Reducing blood loss and postoperative morbidity are key goals for improving outcomes in PAS.