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Does a doctor always do a d & c on u after a spontaneous abortion?

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Dr. Peter Kurzweil answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Depends: Most of the time residual contents from a spontaneous abortion are removed by the ob, a d&c. But each case is different. Your OB will decide. Trust him/her.

Answered 12/31/2022

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Dr. Miguel Cano answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Nope: If you had an sab, you shouldn't need a D&C unless you have continued bleeding & pain from retained tissue (incomplete abortion). Often, a non-viable pregnancy (like a blighted ovum = anembryonic pregnancy) can pass spontaneously & not require surgery. Like any surgery, make sure you understand why it's required. Ultrasound can easily be used to see if any tissue is retained & it's less invasive.

Answered 6/10/2014

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