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Dilatation and Curettage
If a woman miscarries a pregnancy, it is usually complete, ie all the products of conception are expelled naturally from the body. This experience is much like having a heavy, painful period. If the miscarriage is complete, no further action is required, and in time, a woman may attempt another pregnancy. The diagnosis of a complete miscarriage is made by ultrasound scan.
However, sometimes a miscarriage is incomplete, and it may be necessary to undergo an in-clinic procedure of dilatation and curettage (D and C), to ensure complete clearance of products of conception. This can be performed at Gynaecare's Sydney north shore women's health centre under IV sedation. If a woman has had an incomplete miscarriage, she may continue to bleed and experience pain until she undergoes a D and C.
If you suspect you have had a miscarriage, please make an appointment to discuss with one of our doctors.
