You might also read
Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.
Updated: May 1, 2026

Comprehensive Evaluation of the Effectiveness and Safety of Placenta-Targeted Drug Delivery Using Three Complementary Methods
Published on: September 10, 2018
Lisanne R Bonsen1, Kosma Sleijpen, Joris Hendriks
1Departments of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Clinical Epidemiology, Clinical Endocrinology, and Biomedical Data Sciences, Leiden University Medical Center, and Leiden University Libraries, Leiden University, Leiden, the Department of Radiology, Catharina Hospital, Eindhoven, the Department of Radiology, Haaglanden Medical Center, The Hague, and Athena Institute, VU University, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; and the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Section Anesthesiology, KU Leuven and UZ Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.
Prophylactic radiologic interventions like balloon catheters may significantly reduce blood loss during cesarean delivery for placenta accreta spectrum disorder. Further research is needed to confirm efficacy across different severities and assess safety.
Area of Science:
Background:
Purpose of the Study:
Main Methods:
Main Results:
Conclusions: