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placenta previa centralis — central placenta previa; one in which the placenta entirely covers the internal os; called also complete or total placenta previa … Medical dictionary
Placenta praevia — (placenta previa AE) is an obstetric complication in which the placenta has attached to the uterine wall close to or covering the cervix [http://www.uabhealth.org/15407/] . It can some times occur in the latter part of the first trimester, but… … Wikipedia
Placenta — A temporary organ joining the mother and fetus, the placenta transfers oxygen and nutrients from the mother to the fetus, and permits the release of carbon dioxide and waste products from the fetus. It is roughly disk shaped, and at full term… … Medical dictionary
Obstetrics — Further information: Obstetrics and gynaecology Obstetrician Occupation Names Doctor, consultant, medical specialist Activity sectors Medicine and surgery Description Education required Medical training and specialised postgr … Wikipedia
Cervical dilation — (cervical dilatation) is the opening of the cervix, the entrance to the uterus, during childbirth, miscarriage, induced abortion, or gynecological surgery. Cervical dilation may occur naturally, or may be induced by medical means. Contents 1… … Wikipedia
Menstrual cycle — See also: Menstruation and Menstruation (mammal) The menstrual cycle is the scientific term for the physiological changes that can occur in fertile women. This article focuses on the human menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle, under the… … Wikipedia
