Placenta percreta: urologic complication after successful conservative management by uterine arterial embolization: a case report

Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2009 Nov;201(5):e7-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2009.08.040.

Abstract

We report a case of placenta accreta that was managed conservatively by uterine arterial embolization and subsequently was complicated by hematuria. Ultrasound revealed a calcified mass at the posterior bladder wall. A careful resection under cystoscopy was carried out without hemorrhagic complication. Pathologic examination showed placental tissue that confirmed placenta percreta.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Calcinosis / etiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Placenta Accreta / surgery*
  • Pregnancy
  • Remission Induction
  • Urinary Bladder Diseases / etiology*
  • Uterine Artery Embolization*
  • Young Adult