Abstract

Placenta accreta (placenta accreta spectrum/PAS) is a general term defining abnormal trophoblast invasion into the myometrium, the uterine serous membrane, and adjacent organs. This article presents the new FIGO classification of PAS, highlights current diagnostic methods and delivery options for patients with placenta accreta. A clinical case of pregnancy management in a patient with monochorionic diamniotic twins and placenta accreta is described. A variant of conservative organ-preserving delivery technique using tourniquet hemostasis and metroplasty is introduced. Key words: placenta accreta, placenta previa, bleeding, monochorionic diamniotic twins, cesarean section, tourniquet hemostasis

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