Mid trimester abortion with Dilatation and Curretage Treatment in India
About Mid trimester abortion with Dilatation and Curretage
Key Highlights
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Effective for second-trimester pregnancy termination when other methods are not suitable.Performed by a specialist obstetrician-gynecologist in a controlled medical setting.Typically involves anesthesia for patient comfort during the procedure.Allows for tissue sampling, which can be sent for pathological examination if needed.Generally a short procedure, often completed within 30-60 minutes.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe fetal abnormalities or genetic conditions diagnosed prenatally.
- Serious risks to the mother's physical health (e.g., cardiac disease, severe preeclampsia).
- Intrauterine fetal demise (missed miscarriage) in the second trimester.
- Premature rupture of membranes with infection risk (chorioamnionitis).
- Failed medication-induced abortion in the first or early second trimester.
How to prepare
- A thorough pre-procedure consultation and counseling with the obstetrician-gynecologist.
- Pre-operative blood tests, including blood group and hemoglobin check.
- Ultrasound examination to confirm gestational age and placental location.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if general anesthesia is planned.
- Discussion and signing of informed consent forms after understanding all risks and alternatives.
- Arranging for a companion to provide transportation home post-procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Heavy bleeding (hemorrhage) during or after the procedure.
- Infection of the uterus or pelvic organs.
- Injury to the cervix or uterine wall (perforation).
- Incomplete removal of pregnancy tissue, requiring a repeat procedure.
- Adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Potential for future pregnancy complications like cervical insufficiency (rare).
- Emotional and psychological distress following the procedure.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate post-procedure monitoring for a few hours in a recovery area.
- Expect vaginal bleeding and cramping, similar to a heavy period, for 1-2 weeks.
- Prescription of pain relievers and possibly antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Avoidance of tampons, sexual intercourse, and strenuous activity for 2-3 weeks as advised.
- Follow-up appointment with the doctor in 2-3 weeks to ensure complete recovery.
- Seek immediate medical attention for signs of infection (fever, severe pain, foul-smelling discharge) or heavy bleeding.
- Emotional support and counseling resources are recommended as part of aftercare.
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Typical hospital stay:
1 day (often outpatient or short stay)
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Expected recovery time:
2-3 weeks for physical recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering mid trimester abortion with dilatation and curretage in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for mid trimester abortion with dilatation and curretage in India include Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Gem Hospital, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, SIMS Hospital, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform mid trimester abortion with dilatation and curretage. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for mid trimester abortion with dilatation and curretage compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Mid trimester abortion with Dilatation and Curretage in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing mid trimester abortion with dilatation and curretage.
Kolkata, India
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Obstetrics and Gynaecologists for Mid trimester abortion with Dilatation and Curretage
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