Placenta increta is a pregnancy complication where the placenta grows too deeply into the uterine wall. Unlike a normal placenta, which detaches easily after childbirth, an increta placenta can invade the muscle layer of the uterus, making it difficult to remove after delivery. This condition can lead to severe bleeding and other complications during and after childbirth. Women with a history of cesarean sections or other uterine surgeries are at higher risk for placenta increta. Diagnosis often occurs through imaging techniques like ultrasound or MRI. Treatment typically involves careful management during delivery and may require a hysterectomy if severe complications arise.