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What is a uterine perforation and how is it repaired?

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Perforation: The uterus is very muscular. Procedures with sharp instruments such as uterine curettage (d and c) may cause a defect through the uterine wall. Most often, these perforations heal spontaneously.

Answered 5/17/2018

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