What can go wrong during a D&C?
What can go wrong during a D&C?
D&C risks include: Uterine perforation (a small tear in the uterus), which may happen if the tip of the curette passes through the uterine wall. Uterine infection. Uterine bleeding.
Is a D&C considered major surgery?
The D&C is a safe procedure that is done for a variety of reasons. It is minor surgery performed in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center or clinic. D&C is usually a diagnostic procedure and seldom is therapeutic. A D&C is often done as an adjunct procedure to a hysteroscopy and/or polypectomy.
Can D&C damage the womb?
Rarely, a D&C results in development of scar tissue in the uterus, a condition known as Asherman’s syndrome. Asherman’s syndrome happens most often when the D&C is done after a miscarriage or delivery. This can lead to unusual, absent or painful menstrual cycles, future miscarriages and infertility.
How long after a D&C can you get an infection?
Infections can occur after a D&C. If you are not pregnant at the time of your D&C, this complication is extremely rare. However, 10% of women who were pregnant before their D&C can get an infection, usually within 1 week of the procedure.
Is a D&C considered an abortion?
A D&C (Dilation and Curretage) is the most common method of early abortion. This method is simple and considered the safest and most convenient way to end an early pregnancy. A D&C procedure is routine, considered safe and will not affect your ability to get pregnant in the future.
Can you get a yeast infection after a D&C?
No it is not normal to develop a yeast infection after medical abortion.
How long after D&C can you get infection?
Does a D&C make it harder to get pregnant?
Many women worry about the damage done to their uterus after having a D & C. Can the procedure negatively impact their future fertility? According to Dr. Diana Chavkin of HRC West Los Angeles, if the procedure is done correctly, there should be no impact on future pregnancies or conceiving.
Is it better to have a D&C or natural miscarriage?
A D&C is a routine & safe procedure but does include risks of uterine perforation, infection and adhesions (these are rare) 2. With a natural miscarriage, there is a risk you may end up needing a D&C in the long run. After 10 weeks, a natural miscarriage is more likely to be incomplete, requiring a D&C 3.
