________ Marginal Attachment of Umbilical Cord

Question

________ Marginal attachment of umbilical cord
A)Anchoring villi
B)Cytotrophoblast
C)Amnion
D)Battledore placenta
E)Cotyledons

Accepted Answer

Battledore placenta refers to a marginal attachment of the umbilical cord to the placenta, rather than its normal central position. This condition is named for its resemblance to a battledore, which is a type of paddle used in older racket sports.