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If i have a polyp or polyps and i get them removed. if i get pregnant soon what are my chances of placenta previa due to the surgery?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Very low : Polypectomies are not known to be linked to placenta previa

Answered 11/13/2017

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