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Postpartum Management of Placenta Accreta with Transcervical Radiofrequency Ablation for Fertility Conservation

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) refers to the abnormal placental implantation into the uterine wall, and its incidence is rising in parallel with increasing cesarean deliveries and myomectomies. PAS carries high maternal risks, including hemorrhage, shock, and death. Management involves either a hysterectomy or conservative approaches to preserve fertility that come with higher risks of maternal morbidity and mortality. Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a well-established modality for treating soft tissue tumors, but its use for PAS is not well studied. Case: We report a case of successful postpartum treatment of placenta accreta with transcervical radiofrequency ablation, which preserved uterine integrity and resolved significant bleeding without postoperative complications. Conclusions: Transcervical RFA may offer a safe and minimally invasive treatment for placenta accreta that conserves the uterus and may maintain reproductive capacity.

Source: Journal of Clinical Medicine

DOI: 10.3390/jcm15083066

Authors: Nicole Santella, David Toub, Leslie Hansen Lindner

Institutions: Wake Forest University, Carolinas Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Maternal and fetal healthcare

Subfield: Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,137