Patient's question:
The other day, when I went for a prenatal check-up, the doctor recommended that I have an amniocentesis on the anterior wall of the placenta. Hello, what is the use of having an amniocentesis on the anterior wall of the placenta?Doctor's answer:
During amniocentesis, it is generally necessary to avoid the placenta. If the placenta is located on the forearm, it is best to avoid amniocentesis, as it may lead to placental abruption, resulting in miscarriage or severe bleeding. Therefore, it is important to be cautious in such cases. If it is not necessary, amniocentesis may not need to be performed. Non-invasive testing can be done instead to check for abnormalities. Additionally, it is also important to have a four-dimensional ultrasound.