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Semin intervent Radiol 2023; 40(04): 349-356
DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1771038
Review Article

Placenta Accreta Spectrum: The Role of Interventional Radiology in Multidisciplinary Management

Troy K. Sanders
1   David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Interventional Radiology, Los Angeles, California
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Jessica K. Stewart
1   David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Interventional Radiology, Los Angeles, California
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Abstract

Placenta accreta spectrum is increasing in prevalence and poses significant risks to obstetric patients. This article defines characteristics, diagnosis, management, and outcomes of placenta accreta spectrum, highlighting interventional radiology's role in its management as part of a multidisciplinary approach.

Keywords

placenta accreta spectrum - balloon occlusion catheter - uterine artery embolization - postpartum hemorrhage - interventional radiology


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Article published online:
10 August 2023

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