Retained Placenta: Risks, Symptoms & Treatment
Retained placenta occurs when the placenta does not deliver within 30 minutes after childbirth. If the placenta is not removed, it can cause serious complications, including:
* Hemorrhage: The placenta is a rich source of blood vessels, and if it is not removed, it can continue to bleed after childbirth. This can lead to severe anemia and even death.
* Infection: The placenta is a foreign object in the uterus, and if it is not removed, it can become infected. This can lead to sepsis, a life-threatening infection of the bloodstream.
* Asherman's syndrome: Asherman's syndrome is a condition in which scar tissue forms inside the uterus, preventing the implantation of an embryo. This can lead to infertility.
* Placental abruption: Placental abruption is a condition in which the placenta separates from the uterine wall before delivery. This can cause severe bleeding and even death.
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