If nonsurgical treatment for subinvolution is ineffective, which surgical procedure is ap-propriate to correct the cause of this condition?
a. Hysterectomy
b. Laparoscopy
c. Laparotomy
d. D&C
D
D&C allows examination of the uterine contents and removal of any retained placenta or membranes.
Hysterectomy is not indicated for this condition. A hysterectomy is the removal of the uterus.
Laparoscopy is not indicated for this condition. A laparoscopy is the insertion of an endos-cope through the abdominal wall to examine the peritoneal cavity.
Laparotomy is not indicated for this condition. A laparotomy is a surgical incision into the peritoneal cavity to explore the peritoneal cavity.
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