Dilation and Curettage (D&C) is a gynecologic procedure used to remove tissue from the uterus. It involves dilating the cervix to allow access, then using a curette to scrape the walls of the uterus. This is often done after a miscarriage or to diagnose and treat causes of heavy menstrual bleeding or endometrial cancer.
Dilation and Curettage (D&C) is a gynecologic procedure used to remove tissue from the uterus. It involves dilating the cervix to allow access, then using a curette to scrape the walls of the uterus. This is often done after a miscarriage or to diagnose and treat causes of heavy menstrual bleeding or endometrial cancer.
D&C (Dilatation and Curettage) is a surgical procedure used to remove tissue from the uterus. In Germany, it's often performed after a miscarriage or an incomplete abortion. The cervix is dilated, and a thin instrument called a curette is used to scrape the uterine lining.
Performed under general anesthesia in a hospital setting, takes around 1-2 hours, including recovery time. Patients may experience cramping and bleeding post-procedure.