This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Battledore placenta is associated with highest risk of 
Select and explain. 
A. Fetal anomalies, B. Cord avulsion, C. Uterine inversion, D. Single umbilical artery
B: Cord avulsion
Answer: B: Cord avulsion 
Explanation: Battle dore placenta - marginal insertion of umbilical cord, occasionally results in cord avulsion during delivery of placenta.