Can an ultrasound detect whether there is adhesion between the uterus and placenta?

Patient's question:

After pregnancy. Currently in the 19th week of pregnancy, what kind of help do you want: Can an ultrasound before delivery detect whether there is placenta accreta?

Doctor's answer:

Hello! Any factor that causes endometrial destruction can lead to uterine cavity adhesion, commonly occurring after artificial abortion or spontaneous abortion. Suggestions: You can undergo a uterine sound examination, where resistance is usually felt when the sound is inserted about 1-3 cm into the cervix, with the most common depth being around 2 cm. Alternatively, a hysteroscopy can be performed to determine if there is uterine cavity adhesion, and to identify the location, extent, severity, and type of adhesion. Ultrasound examination cannot reveal uterine adhesion. It is recommended that if there is uterine cavity adhesion, surgical treatment should be considered, such as hysteroscopy.

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