AI Article Synopsis
- The placenta provides important insights into the health of both the mother and fetus during pregnancy, though not all obstetricians are equally skilled in examining and interpreting placental conditions.
- The article highlights when it’s necessary to send the placenta for pathological examination and outlines key steps for a thorough gross examination that should happen right after delivery.
- It also covers common histologic findings that might be reported, which are significant for understanding potential issues during pregnancy.
Article Abstract
The placenta can serve as a valuable source of information about maternal and fetal conditions during the pregnancy; however, the abilities to perform a preliminary gross examination and interpret a placental pathology report are variable among obstetricians. This article discusses the indications for placental submission to pathology; the essentials of gross examination, including elements that should be performed in the delivery suite; and the most common and clinically relevant histologic findings that may be encountered in the report.
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