Timing of Delivery for Stable Placental Abruption

Delivery Timing and Management

• Administer corticosteroids for fetal lung maturation if not previously given, as recommended for anticipated delivery before 37 weeks, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists 1, 2
• Placental abruption complicates preeclampsia, serving as an absolute indication for delivery regardless of gestational age, as stated by the American Heart Association 3, 4

Indications for Immediate Delivery

• Immediate delivery is indicated when maternal pulse oximetry is <90% or inability to maintain adequate oxygenation, as recommended by the American Heart Association 3, 4