In which situation is a dilation and curettage (D&C) indicated?
a. Complete abortion at 8 weeks
b. Incomplete abortion at 16 weeks
c. Threatened abortion at 6 weeks
d. Incomplete abortion at 10 weeks
D
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A If all the products of conception have been passed (complete abortion), a D&C is
not used.
B D&C is used to remove the products of conception from the uterus and can be
done safely until week 14 of gestation.
C If the pregnancy is still viable (threatened abortion), a D&C is not used.
D D&C is used to remove the products of conception from the uterus and can be
used safely until week 14 of gestation.
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