Placental Abruption

Placental abruption occurs when the placenta separates partly or completely from the uterus before delivery. It can cause bleeding, abdominal pain, uterine tenderness, frequent contractions, fetal heart rate changes, or maternal instability, although signs vary. The condition can develop suddenly and is not always preventable. A legal review examines risk factors, symptoms, monitoring, diagnosis, maternal stabilization, delivery timing, placental findings, and whether any delay caused avoidable harm.