Study on Histomorphological Findings in Placenta in Cases of Pregnancy Induced Hypertension

Histomorphological Findings in Placenta

  • Rekha Kumari Assistant Professor, Department of Anatomy, JLNMCH, Bhagalpur, Bihar, India
  • Nakul Choudhary Assistant Professor, Department of Anatomy, VIMS, Pawapuri, Nalanda, Bihar, India
  • Rashmi Prasad Professor & Head, Department of Anatomy, VIMS, Pawapuri, Nalanda, Bihar, India
Keywords: Comparative Study, Histology, Morphology, Placenta, Pregnancy induced hypertension

Abstract

Introduction: PIH is a common condition associated with changes in placenta. It leads to increased perinatal mortality. The present study was conducted to assess the morphological and histopathological changes in placenta in cases of pregnancy induced hypertension. Subjects and Methods: The present comparative study included 49 cases of PIH and 49 normotensive mothers. Clinical details and placental morphology were noted. Results: That the two groups are similar with no significant difference. Placental weight and diameter were similar in PIH and control groups (p>0.05). However, placental thickness and number of cotyledons were greater in PIH group (p=0.00) while placental volume was lower with significant difference (p=0.01). PIH group showed greater proportion of infarction, calcification, hyalinised area per 10 lpf and intervillous haemorrhage (p=0.00). Conclusion: PIH leads to gross and microscopic changes in placental morphology.

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Published
2020-12-22
How to Cite
Kumari, R., Choudhary, N., & Prasad, R. (2020). Study on Histomorphological Findings in Placenta in Cases of Pregnancy Induced Hypertension. Academia Anatomica International, 6(2), 56- 59. https://doi.org/10.21276/aanat.2020.6.2.12
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ORIGINAL ARTICLE