Michigan City, IN
A 56-year-old female asked about a 37-year-old female:
daughter 8 weeks & ultrasound told babies are not living so dnc is scheduled for tuesday. devastated what happens now? could ultrasound be wrong?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Elvia Greathouse answered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience
Confirm: I am sorry to hear about your situation. Make sure to confirm that there is no heartbeat by another ultrasound, especially before you have the D&C performed. Just to be on the safe side.
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