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Low-Lying Placenta - Affect of Previous C-SectionFrom: anonymous@obgyn.netFri, 8 May 1998 11:29:44 -0500 (CDT)
With my 1st pregnancy almost 4 yrs ago, I had a C-section due to preeclampsia and arrested descent after successful induction. With my current (2nd) pregnancy, I was diagnosed with "marginal low-lying posterior placenta" at my 20 week ultrasound. Both the US tech and the physician's assistant (I do not see an OBGYN at every visit) have assured me that the placenta will most likely move up as the uterus grows. I have had no bleeding, no return of the preeclampsia, and the baby is absolutely fine. I'm scheduled for another ultrasound in 5-6 wks (at 26-27 wks of pregnancy) and was told I could continue to engage in exercise and intercourse "with caution". Based on what I've read, there's about a 90% chance the placenta will move up, but I've also read that the prior C-section increases my chance of having placenta previa. Does my previous C make the placenta less likely to move up and, if so, how less likely? If the placenta remains where it is and is not covering the cervical OS, would a VBAC still be possible? I am trying not to be concerned about this, as I know it will most likely resolve itself & that stress isn't good for me or the baby, but any further information would be most appreciated. Thank you. Lisa
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