Hypervascular RPOC mimicking AVM
Abstract
Secondary post-abortion hemorrhage is a significant cause of maternal morbidity and is commonly associated with retained products of conception (RPOC) or placental site subinvolution. We report the case of a 32-year-old woman presenting with persistent vaginal bleeding following medical termination of pregnancy at 8 weeks. Imaging revealed hypervascular retained products of conception. Given the high risk of hemorrhage with curettage, bilateral uterine artery embolization was performed successfully, resulting in prompt control of bleeding and preservation of fertility.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Maternal and fetal healthcare
Reproductive Health and Contraception
Ectopic Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research
- Volume
- 13
- Issue
- 2
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN