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Rashida Ali1, Nimish Tutwala2, Mena Abdalla3,4
1Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Princess Royal University Hopsital, London, GBR.
Insights
Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) management requires a multidisciplinary team. This approach led to favorable maternal outcomes in eight cases, emphasizing the need for specialized centers.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Surgical Management
Background:
- Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is a severe obstetric complication with rising prevalence due to increased cesarean delivery rates.
- PAS poses significant challenges to healthcare systems, associated with substantial maternal morbidity and mortality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the multidisciplinary management of placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) in a tertiary care setting.
- To evaluate maternal outcomes in patients with PAS managed by a specialized team.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective case series of eight consecutive PAS cases.
- Data collection included demographics, clinical presentation, imaging, surgical management, and outcomes.
- All cases managed by a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
Main Results:
- Eight patients with a mean age of 29.6 years, all with prior cesarean sections.
- Mean gestational age at diagnosis was 32 weeks; mean at delivery was 36.4 weeks.
- Outcomes included cesarean hysterectomy (n=6), hysterotomy with uterine artery embolization (n=1), and conservative management (n=1). Mean blood loss was 2.1 liters; two cases of bladder injury occurred. No maternal deaths.
Conclusions:
- A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for successful PAS management.
- Early diagnosis and individualized strategies by a coordinated team improve maternal outcomes.
- Establishing specialized centers of excellence for PAS is recommended.
Abstract:
Background and objective Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is a severe obstetric complication associated with significant maternal morbidity and mortality. As cesarean delivery rates continue to rise, the prevalence of PAS is increasing, creating a growing challenge for healthcare systems. This study aimed to present a comprehensive analysis of the multidisciplinary management of PAS in a tertiary care center. Methods We performed a retrospective case series of eight consecutive cases of PAS managed at a tertiary care government hospital between January 2023 and December 2024 (24 months). Data were collected from hospital records, including patient demographics, clinical presentation, imaging findings, surgical management, and maternal outcomes. All cases were managed by a dedicated multidisciplinary team. Results The study included eight patients with a mean age of 29.6 years. All patients had undergone at least one previous cesarean section. The mean gestational age at diagnosis was 32 weeks, and the mean gestational age at delivery was 36.4 weeks. Six patients underwent cesarean hysterectomy, one had a hysterotomy with uterine artery embolization (UAE), and one had a conservative management approach. The mean estimated blood loss was 2.1 litres. There were no maternal deaths, and the most frequent complication observed was bladder injury (n=2). Conclusions This study highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in the management of PAS. Early diagnosis, individualized management strategies, and a coordinated team of specialists can lead to favorable maternal outcomes, even in complex cases. Our results highlight the importance of establishing specialized centers of excellence for managing PAS.
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