Retained Products of Conception – Retained Placenta

The term Retained Products of Conception (“RPOC”), also known as retained placenta, refers to the placental and/or fetal tissue that remains in the uterus (womb) after a pregnancy ends, whether that is after a planned pregnancy termination or abortion, a caesarean section, a miscarriage or a normal vaginal birth.

When placental or fetal tissues remain in the uterus after pregnancy, they can cause heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, enlarged uterus, fever, hypomenorrhea, infection, other serious health problems, and sometimes even death. Therefore, after the birth or termination process, the obstetrician or midwife must ensure that the placenta has completely exited the body without any tissue remaining. If this is not completed correctly, there will be RPOC. To find out more about types of RPOC, click here.

If you have RPOC, please do not hesitate to contact us. We have a quick and easy form that you can fill out, which will help us determine whether or not you have a case for medical negligence in the most efficient manner. We have worked on a number of retained products of conception cases, and we would be delighted to assist you with your inquiry.