Is suction curettage the same as abortion?

Feb 02, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Suction curettage is a type of abortion that involves using a vacuum aspirator to remove the gestational sac from the uterus. During a painless abortion procedure, complications such as uterine perforation, infection, or missed aspiration may occur. If missed aspiration happens, a second curettage will be required. After the abortion, patients should rest adequately, avoid prolonged bed rest, gradually increase physical activity, and reduce the risk of intrauterine blood accumulation.

Aspiration curettage is a type of abortion procedure that involves using a vacuum suction device to remove the gestational sac from the uterus.

The procedure involves dilating the patient's cervical opening and inserting a suction tube of specific size and negative pressure into the uterine cavity to aspirate and scrape out the pregnancy tissue along with the endometrial lining. During painless abortion procedures, complications such as uterine perforation, infection, or missed aspiration may occur. If missed aspiration happens, a second curettage will be required.

After the abortion procedure, patients should rest adequately but avoid prolonged bed rest. Gradual increase in physical activity is recommended to reduce the risk of intrauterine blood accumulation. It is important to enhance nutrition by consuming more protein-rich foods such as fish, meat, and eggs, as well as fresh vegetables rich in vitamins, which promote bodily recovery. After the procedure, the cervix has not fully closed and the endometrium requires time to heal. During this period, special attention should be paid to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of the external genital area. Sanitary pads and underwear should be changed and washed frequently.

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