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Imaging recommendation · Abdomen · Pelvis

Risk factors for placenta accreta spectrum (prior C-section, placenta previa)

Recommended: Obstetric Ultrasound + MRI Pelvis (if US equivocal) is the preferred imaging study for risk factors for placenta accreta spectrum (prior c-section, placenta previa). MRI for posterior placentas and to assess depth of invasion when US is inconclusive.

Recommended study

Obstetric Ultrasound + MRI Pelvis (if US equivocal)

MRI No contrast Preferred Abdomen · Pelvis Outpatient Reviewed

MRI for posterior placentas and to assess depth of invasion when US is inconclusive.

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