New ultrasound technique could spot dangerous placenta condition earlier

NCT ID NCT02302573

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested whether a special ultrasound using contrast dye can better diagnose placenta accreta, a condition where the placenta grows too deeply into the uterus and can cause severe bleeding. Researchers studied 80 pregnant women at high risk. The goal was to see if this method improves detection compared to standard ultrasound and MRI.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU La Millétrie

    Poitiers, 86000, France

  • University Hospital of Tours

    Tours, 37044, France

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