Maternal and Perinatal Outcome in Cases of Placenta Previa

Study of 88 cases of placenta previa during 1 year duration was carried out at civil Hospital, Ahmadabad. Demographic data, investigations, treatment& maternal and perinatal outcome were studied.88 cases of placenta previa noted out of 6824 admitted deliveries which makes its incidence 1.3 %. Caesarean rate was as high as 63.6 %. Postpartum hemorrhage 17 %, Blood products required in 65 %.4.5 % still born, 71 % Low Birth Weight babies& 20 % early neonatal deaths observed.2 maternal deaths in cases with placenta accrete& 22 perinatal deaths were present in this study which shows the severity of the condition& demand of vigilant monitoring& utmost medical attention.