The Utilization of Interventional Radiologic Procedures in the Surgical Management of Placenta Accreta Syndrome

Clin Obstet Gynecol. 2018 Dec;61(4):795-807. doi: 10.1097/GRF.0000000000000401.

Abstract

The role of Interventional radiologic procedures for the management of suspected placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) has evolved considerably over last 3 decades. In this article, the authors describe the various techniques of vascular occlusion for the management of PAS and provide a brief review of the literature examining the pros and cons in the use of these devices.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aorta, Abdominal
  • Balloon Occlusion / methods*
  • Cesarean Section / methods*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Iliac Artery
  • Placenta Accreta / therapy*
  • Pregnancy
  • Radiology, Interventional
  • Time Factors
  • Uterine Artery Embolization / methods*