In which situation would a D&C be 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
D&C is used to remove the products of conception from the uterus and can be used safely until week 14 of gestation.
If all the products of conception have been passed (complete abortion), a D&C is not used.
D&C is used to remove the products of conception from the uterus and can be done safely until week 14 of gestation.
If the pregnancy is still viable (threatened abortion), a D&C is not used.
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