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Is d&c done under anaesthetic?
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Yes.: A d&c, stands for dilation and curretage. It is a procedure usually done to complete a miscarriage or diagnose/treat heavy menstrual bleeding. It should be done under some form of anesthesia. Common forms of anesthesia for this procedure are: local anesthetic (lidocaine) injected around the cervix, intravenous sedation, or general anesthesia. In my practice, i usually use IV sedation.
Answered 6/10/2014
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