Treatment of placenta
The placenta is an organ formed during the development of the fetus in the mother's body. It plays an important role in providing nutrients, oxygen and excreting waste during pregnancy. However, once the test tube baby is born, the placenta is no longer necessary to continue to play its role, and it needs to be properly handled to ensure the health of the baby and mother. Here are some common placental treatments.
Preservation of placental tissue
Preservation of placental tissue is a common treatment method, which can provide many potential medical uses for infants and their relatives. Placenta is rich in stem cells, which can be used for stem cell transplantation to treat many diseases, such as leukemia, myeloma, etc. In addition, placental tissue can also be used to study human development, tissue engineering and other fields. Some formal hospitals and research institutions provide placental preservation services to freeze placental tissue for future use.
The process of preserving placental tissue is relatively simple. First, doctors treat the placenta immediately after the birth of a test tube baby and cut out a small piece of tissue. The tissue was then frozen in liquid nitrogen to ensure the preservation of the stem cells. Finally, placental tissue will be sent to a special laboratory for preservation and management.
Placenta exfoliation treatment
Placenta shedding is another common method. In this case, the placenta will naturally fall off after the baby is born and be treated by a doctor. The disposal process includes cleaning and disinfection of the placenta to ensure that no contamination or infection occurs. The placenta will then be disposed of correctly to ensure that the disposal of medical waste complies with the relevant standards.
Placental exfoliation is often used when placental tissue is not preserved. It is a simple and economical method, which can avoid the cost and trouble of placental tissue preservation and management.
Placenta medicine
Placenta medicine is a traditional treatment method, which is widely used in Asian countries. According to traditional medical theory, placenta is considered to be a treasure house rich in nutrients and bioactive substances. Some people believe that eating or using placenta externally can promote the recovery and health of the body.
However, the medicinal efficacy of placenta has not been scientifically confirmed, and some medical experts even questioned it. From a scientific point of view, there may be a risk of infection due to the placenta being an organic substance, which is easy to breed bacteria. Therefore, placental medicine is not recommended by mainstream medicine, and doctors usually do not encourage the use of this treatment method.
Research and teaching purposes
In addition to the above methods, placenta can also be used for research and teaching purposes. The placenta is a complex organ, which contains many cells and tissues. The study of placenta can deepen the understanding of fetal development and pregnancy process. In addition, placenta is also widely used in medical education to help students learn human anatomy and biology.
summary
To sum up, placental treatment methods can include preservation of placental tissue, treatment of placental shedding, placental medicinal use, and research and teaching purposes. Each treatment method has its own advantages, disadvantages and scope of application. When choosing the treatment method, we should listen to the doctor's suggestions and consider the relevant moral and legal issues. Whichever method you choose, you should ensure that placentas are handled in accordance with hygiene and environmental standards to ensure the health and safety of the baby and its mother.
