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Imaging recommendation · Abdomen · Pelvis

Antepartum bleeding (third trimester)

Recommended: Obstetric Ultrasound (placental location, abruption) is the preferred imaging study for antepartum bleeding (third trimester). Placenta previa, abruption, vasa previa are the main differentials.

Recommended study

Obstetric Ultrasound (placental location, abruption)

US No contrast Preferred Abdomen · Pelvis Emergency Reviewed

Placenta previa, abruption, vasa previa are the main differentials. MRI for inconclusive cases.

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