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. It's commonly used after a miscarriage or to remove tissue remaining after a pregnancy. In South Africa, it's often performed under general anesthesia.
Private hospitals may offer D&C for around ZAR 15,000 – ZAR 25,000 ($1,000-$1,670 USD), but waiting times are generally longer (around 2-3 weeks) for those who pay out-of-pocket.