PLACENTA MEMBRANACEA Meaning and
Definition
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Placenta membranacea is a medical term referring to a rare congenital anomaly that affects the development and structure of the placenta during pregnancy. The placenta is an organ that forms in the uterus during pregnancy, allowing the exchange of nutrients and waste products between the mother and the developing fetus.
A placenta membranacea occurs when the placenta develops abnormally, resulting in a thin, flat, and widely spread out membrane instead of the usual disc-shaped structure. This condition is thought to be caused by a failure of the placenta's villi to form properly, which are finger-like projections that enable the exchange of nutrients and waste products.
Individuals with placenta membranacea may experience complications during pregnancy, including preterm labor, premature rupture of membranes, and excessive bleeding after delivery. Additionally, there is an increased risk of fetal growth restriction, as the abnormal placenta may not provide sufficient nourishment to the developing fetus.
Diagnosis of placenta membranacea is typically made through prenatal ultrasound examinations, which can reveal the characteristic appearance of a thin and flat placenta instead of the expected rounded shape. However, definitive diagnosis is usually confirmed after delivery when the placenta can be directly examined.
Management and treatment of placenta membranacea involve close monitoring of the pregnancy with regular ultrasound evaluations to assess fetal growth and check for any potential complications. In severe cases, delivery may be induced earlier than the estimated due date to mitigate risks for both the mother and the fetus.
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A thin placenta covering most of the inner surface of the uterus, due to failure of the chorion laeve to atrophy.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of PLACENTA MEMBRANACEA
The word "placenta membranacea" is derived from Latin.
- "Placenta" comes from the Latin word "placenta" meaning "cake". In ancient Roman culinary terms, "placenta" referred to a pancake-like pastry. The term was later adopted in scientific terminology to describe the organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy.
- "Membranacea" is derived from the Latin word "membrana" meaning "thin skin" or "membrane". In this context, it refers to the thin, membranous structure of the placenta.
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