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what is surgical treatment of incomplete abortion

by Arnulfo Mante III Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Surgical evacuation of the uterus for management of incomplete miscarriage usually involves vacuum aspiration or sharp metal curettage (WHO 1995). Vacuum aspiration (also called suction curettage, menstrual regulation, endometrial aspiration, or mini‐suction) utilises a vacuum source for the evacuation of the uterus.

Allremedies.com

Some obstetricians will manage incomplete abortions medically with oxytocin to help control the bleeding and misoprostol to help the uterus contract and complete the process of abortion. Surgical management with dilation and curettage is another treatment modality that may be utilized but is normally reserved for unstable patients.

Effectiveremedies.com

All available unpublished data previously presented at international scientific meetings were also reviewed. Sufficient evidence was found in support of misoprostol as a safe and effective means of non-surgical uterine evacuation. A single dose of misoprostol 600 microg oral is recommended for treatment of incomplete abortion in women presenting with a uterine size …

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What is the surgical abortion procedure called?

Surgical abortion, also known as suction aspiration abortion, can be performed in a one-day procedure if less than 14 weeks have passed since the first day of your last menstrual period. The procedure is done in the doctor's office with local anesthesia and oral pain-relieving medications.

Can incomplete abortion be treated with antibiotics?

Incomplete abortions cause many complications and the deaths of tens of thousands of women each year. Women who seek health care after an incomplete abortion usually come for problems from bleeding too much or infection. Antibiotics are generally given when there are signs of infection.Oct 17, 2007

What antibiotics are given after surgical abortion?

Medication. Doxycycline, Azithromycin and Flagyl are antibiotics to help prevent infections. Take this medication exactly as written on your prescription bottle. Methergine/Ergotamine help to shrink the uterus to its normal size.

What happens if incomplete abortion is left untreated?

Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) can occur in as many as 15% of pregnancies, usually in the first trimester. If untreated, incomplete abortion frequently leads to continued vaginal bleeding and consequent anaemia. The retained products can also give rise to uterine sepsis.

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