Miscarriage: Expectant Management for Incomplete MiscarriageCurrent as of: November 21, 2017 |
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Miscarriage: Expectant Management for Incomplete MiscarriageTopic OverviewTraditionally, an incomplete miscarriage has been treated surgically with dilation and curettage (D&C) . This practice is based on the concern that an incomplete miscarriage, in which a woman's uterus retains tissue, can lead to excessive bleeding or infection. But expectant management is a safe treatment option for many early, uncomplicated miscarriages. If you choose expectant management, your doctor will watch you closely for problems during miscarriage. Expectant management may be a treatment choice for you if you:
Some women choose medical treatment or surgical treatment (D&C) instead of expectant management. Expectant management takes longer for the miscarriage to resolve. So it takes more time for bleeding to stop. In some cases a miscarriage that is being treated with expectant management will still require surgical treatment, such as when excessive bleeding occurs. Related InformationCredits
ByHealthwise Staff Current as ofNovember 21, 2017
Current as of: November 21, 2017 |
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