Diagnosis in the first trimester of placenta accreta with previous Cesarean section

The prenatal diagnosis of adherent placenta is clinically very important, as this condition can seriously affect perinatal mortality and morbidity. The outcome is generally worse in cases with a history of Cesarean section. Here we report a case of placenta increta associated with previous Cesarean delivery, diagnosed by sonography during the first trimester, enabling earlier counseling of the parents and planning of appropriate treatment. Copyright © 2009 ISUOG. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.