Premature separation of the normally implanted PLACENTA from the UTERUS. Signs of varying degree of severity include UTERINE BLEEDING, uterine MUSCLE HYPERTONIA, and FETAL DISTRESS or FETAL DEATH. Vaginal bleeding preceding the 20th week of gestation.
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Abruptio placentae, premature separation of placenta; abruptio placenta; placental abruption; placental abruption (disease); premature separation of placenta