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Why would a hysteroscopy be necessary if ultrasound showed only fre fluid and no other signs of retained placenta? could us miss pieces post a d&c. ?

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Usually not: Ultrasound is very accurate about retained products of conception. You don't say how thick then endometrium is and that may be the reason for hysteroscopy and d&c

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Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

Why would a hysteroscopy be necessary if ultrasound showed only fre fluid and no other signs of retained placenta? could us miss pieces post a d&c. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Velt answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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