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Retained placenta
A retained placenta is when part or all of the placenta is not delivered after the baby is born. It can lead to serious infection or blood loss.
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Placenta praevia
Placenta praevia is a condition where the placenta lies low and may cover the cervix, blocking the baby's exit during birth.
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What is the placenta?
The placenta is crucial to keeping your baby alive and well during pregnancy. Read more here.
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Placenta accreta
Placenta accreta is a serious but rare pregnancy complication that causes heavy bleeding. If you have it, you will need special care at the birth.
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Placenta complications in pregnancy
The placenta develops inside the uterus during pregnancy and provides your baby with nutrients and oxygen. If something goes wrong, it can be serious.
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Placental insufficiency
Placental insufficiency occurs when the placenta does not work properly and your baby doesn't get the oxygen and nutrients they need.
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Placental abruption
Placental abruption is when some or all of the placenta peels away from the uterus wall before birth. It can deprive the baby of oxygen and nutrients.
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Placenta previa - Better Health Channel
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It is not just a woman’s issue - Alcohol and Drug Foundation
If a woman drinks during pregnancy the alcohol crosses the placenta to the baby. But what about the effect of alcohol on men?
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Pregnancy test - Pathology Tests Explained
Starting approximately two weeks after conception, a hormone called human chorionic gonadatropin (hCG) hormone is produced by the developing placenta and can be detected in urine and in blood
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