Abnormality of the placenta characterized by deep penetration of the placental villi into the wall of the uterus is called:

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Placenta accreta is a condition where the placenta abnormally attaches to the uterine wall, including deep penetration of the villi. Multiple placentae refers to a pregnancy with more than one placenta, while placenta previa is when the placenta covers the cervix. Dichorionic diamniotic placenta refers to a twin pregnancy with two separate placentas and amniotic sacs. Monozygotic pregnancy refers to a pregnancy with identical twins. None of these options accurately describe the characteristics of placenta accreta.

Abnormality of the Placenta Characterized by Deep Penetration of the Placental