Low-Lying Placenta and Previa


KEY FACTS

Terminology

  • Placenta previa (PP) : Placenta covers cervix internal os (IO)

  • Low-lying placenta (LLP) : Placenta edge < 2 cm from IO

  • Normal: Placenta edge 2 cm or more from IO

  • Avoid "marginal" or "partial" PP (deemed confusing)

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