临床研究与生物伦理学杂志

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Macroscopic and Histopathological Study of the Placenta - An Essential Resource in Litigation Processes

Nogueira R, Pinto-Ribeiro F, Pereira SM and Valente F

The pathological study of the placenta is of upmost importance in cases of unexplained fetal/perinatal loss and often these carry litigation implications. Integrating pathological findings and the underlying pathophysiological processes, leading to placental lesions, is fundamental for the evaluation of poor fetal and perinatal outcomes and to distinguish from cases of true negligence.