FREQUENCY OF UTERINE CURETTAGE; AS A RISK FACTOR AMONG PATIENTS WITH PLACENTA PREVIA

Abstract

Placenta previa poses substantial challenges in obstetric care, warranting a comprehensive understanding of its risk factors for effective management. This study aimed to investigate the frequency of uterine curettage as a potential risk factor among patients diagnosed with placenta previa. A cohort of 178 patients admitted to the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Lady Reading Hospital in Peshawar, from July 2015 to January 2016, was analyzed. Age, parity, and gravid status were scrutinized in relation to the prevalence of uterine curettage. The mean age was 32.67 years (SD ± 4.99), and the chi-square test did not reveal significant associations between age, parity, or gravid status and the frequency of uterine curettage. Notably, the overall incidence of uterine curettage among patients with placenta previa was 36%. Comparisons with existing studies emphasized the consistency of our findings. While age, parity, and gravid status did not emerge as primary determinants, the prevalence of uterine curettage among patients with placenta previa remains noteworthy. This study contributes valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of risk factors associated with placenta previa, urging further exploration for nuanced risk assessment and tailored clinical management.