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RIVAS G, Marianela et al. Placenta previa. Estudio retrospectivo 1988 - 1992 . Rev Obstet Ginecol Venez [online]. 2001, vol.61, n.4, pp.217-222. ISSN 0048-7732.

Summary   Objective: To analyze the incidence, obstetrical characteristics and maternal complications of placenta previa. Method: Descriptive and retrospective study of 150 cases occurred between 1988-1992 in 19 854 births. Setting: Maternity of the "Dr. Adolfo Prince Lara" Hospital, Puerto Cabello, Carabobo State, Venezuela. Results: The incidence was 0.76% (1 case in 132 birth) there was 1 pp in 132 births. The highest percentage (40.67%) happen in the age group between 27-32 years old. The 79.33% (119 cases) were multiparous, 70% (105 cases) happened in gestation more then 37 week. Maternal complications: Hemorrhage: 31.03%; membrane premature rupture 31.03% and preterm delivery 24.13%. Cesarean section 78.67%. The 78% the of newborn was weight > at 2 500 g. The 65.47% was Apgar ≥ 7. There was 1 maternal death. Conclusion: Expectant management of placenta previa, the use of cesarean section and the ultrasound diagnosis, reduce maternal morbidity and mortality. Equally the safety and efficacy of expectant treatment to improve fetal survival

Palavras-chave : Placenta previa; Hemorrhage.