Is Abruptio Placentae an Emergency?

Placental abruption is often a medical emergency, leaving you no time to prepare. However, it's possible that your health care provider might notice signs of a coming abruption. Depending on the suspected severity of your placental abruption, you might be admitted to the hospital and monitored.

Can a baby survive placental abruption?

It's very important to seek treatment as quickly as possible for potential placental abruption. According to the American Pregnancy Association, 15 percent of severe placental abruption cases end in fetal death. Placental abruption is a pregnancy complication that doesn't have a known cause.

When can placental abruption occur?

It usually happens in the third trimester, but it can happen any time after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Mild cases may cause few problems. An abruption is mild if only a very small part of the placenta separates from the uterus wall. A mild abruption usually isn't dangerous.