Question

A 40-year-old pregnant woman at 36 weeks has placenta praevia diagnosed on ultrasound, covering the internal os. She has occasional painless bleeding. According to NICE recommendations, what is the preferred mode of delivery?

Accepted Answer

Elective caesarean section at 39 weeks

Answer

Expectant management with vaginal delivery if possible

Answer

Induction of labour at 37 weeks

Answer

Instrumental vaginal delivery

Answer

Immediate emergency caesarean section

Practice question

A 40-year-old pregnant woman at 36 weeks has placenta praevia diagnosed on ultrasound, covering the internal os. She has occasional painless bleeding. According to NICE recommendations, what is the preferred mode of delivery?