GAIA Level 2 Morbidly Adherent Placentation

**Semantic type:** Classification

**Definition:** GAIA Level 2 Morbidly Adherent Placentation is defined by two criteria: first, ultrasound evidence of placenta previa; second, hypervascularity of the lower uterine segment, diagnosed during a laparotomy. Alternatively, Level 2 may be defined as difficulty with placental separation after delivery of the infant, during either a vaginal or a cesarean delivery, with resultant hemorrhage due to partial separation.

**Synonyms:** - Global Alignment of Immunization safety Assessment in pregnancy Level 2 Morbidly Adherent Placentation - Level 2 Morbidly Adherent Placentation