women s health issues
Vasa Previa
Treatment of Vasa Previa
Monitoring of the fetus Cesarean delivery If vasa previa is diagnosed before delivery, doctors usually do Fetal monitoring twice a week to check on the well-being of the fetus. Monitoring may begin at 23 to 24 weeks but often begins at 26 to 28 weeks. Doctors may suggest hospitalizing the woman at about 30 to 32 weeks of pregnancy or sooner, so that the fetus can be closely monitored. Women are usually given a corticosteroid to help the fetus's lungs mature. If vasa previa does not cause any complications, doctors often plan to deliver the baby between 34 to 37 weeks of pregnancy. However, delivery can be earlier if the woman or fetus is in danger. Delivery is always Cesarean Delivery . An emergency cesarean delivery is usually necessary if Vaginal bleeding continues. The membranes have ruptured. The fetus or mother is in danger. 