How deep/wide does a cut need to be to scar?

Can my OB cut through my anterior placenta during my cesarean? HELP!?

• I'm 31 weeks pregnant, and am having a repeat, scheduled cesarean at the very beginning of May, at 39 weeks. I have an anterior placenta, and I had an elective 3D ultrasound that showed it started from above my belly button, and covers my cesarean scar (I have the low bikini cut). So my doctor is going to have to cut through it to get the baby out. Is this safe? Are there more complications that can happen because of this? Is maternal or fetal death very common if the DR has to cut through the placenta? Is it common for this to happen? Has anyone ever had this happen, and if so, what was your experience? My OB told me at my last appt. before I found out at the ultrasound that if the placenta was covering my scar, he'd just cut through it and I'd lose a little more blood, but I've read nothing but scary things about it. Can I request that he send me for an ultrasound to make sure it's covering my scar or to see if it's moved before my cesarean in May? Is there an alternative? VBAC is not an option, for personal and medical reasons. I really need some answers please! Thank you!

• Answer:

  Would they actually cut through it? I think more likely they would cut your stomach and then pull the baby out placenta and all i dont think they would have to cut through the placenta. If you are concerned though talk to your Dr about everything that is likely to take place