Suction abortion (also called
vacuum aspiration
) is the most common type of in-clinic abortion. It uses gentle suction to empty your uterus. It’s usually used until about 14-16 weeks after your last period. Dilation and Evacuation (D&E) is another kind of in-clinic abortion procedure.
What is a suction curettage procedure?
This procedure, also called
vacuum aspiration abortion
, is mostly used in the first 12 to 13 weeks of pregnancy (the first trimester). This procedure is usually done in a doctor’s office or clinic. The doctor usually opens the cervix (the opening to the uterus) first.
What method uses suction to terminate an unwanted pregnancy?
Machine vacuum aspiration
involves the use of a thin tube (cannula) that is attached by tubing to a bottle and a pump, which provides a gentle vacuum. The cannula is passed into the uterus, the pump is turned on, and the tissue is gently removed from the uterus.
Are vacuum abortions successful?
Effectiveness. The aspiration procedure is
approximately 98-99% effective
. Yet, in rare cases, an aspiration procedure may not end a pregnancy. This is more likely to occur in manual aspirations performed before 6 weeks, where about 3% fail and require a repeat procedure.
What are signs of an incomplete abortion?
- Bleeding more than expected.
- Bleeding that doesn’t get lighter after the first few days.
- Bleeding that lasts more than three weeks.
- Very severe pain or cramps.
- Pain that lasts longer than a few days.
- Discomfort when anything presses on your belly.
Can a suction abortion fail?
Success rate varies with the length of pregnancy and protocol used. When it fails, a suction abortion is necessary.
Over 98% successful
. Less than 2% of the time, the procedure fails and needs to be repeated.
What are the side effects of suction abortion?
Undiagnosed ectopic pregnancy after vacuum aspiration
Symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy that occur after an abortion procedure can include:
Belly or pelvic pain that gets worse
. Pain with intercourse. Vaginal bleeding.
Do they put you to sleep for D&C?
Some D&C procedures may be performed
while you are asleep under general anesthesia
, or while you are awake under spinal or epidural anesthesia. If spinal or epidural anesthesia is used, you will have no feeling from your waist down.
How long does it take for your cervix to heal after a D&C?
Generally, it may take
2-3 days
for complete recovery. You can resume your daily routine within 1-2 days after the procedure. Although you may be instructed not to douche, use tampons, or engage in sexual activities for 2-3 days or a period recommended by the physician after the D&C.
How long does it take to recover from a vacuum abortion?
A normal recovery includes: Irregular bleeding or spotting for the
first 2 weeks
. During the first week, avoid tampons and use only pads.
How do you get rid of an incomplete abortion?
Introduction:
Surgical treatment
is the treatment of choice for the management of incomplete abortion. Uterine curettage is a procedure widely used; manual vacuum aspiration is another safe therapeutic option. Long-term complications of these methods are intrauterine adhesions and adenomyosis.
What does miscarriage blood look like?
Bleeding during miscarriage can
appear brown and resemble coffee grounds
. Or it can be pink to bright red. It can alternate between light and heavy or even stop temporarily before starting up again. If you miscarry before you’re eight weeks pregnant, it might look the same as a heavy period.
What are the first signs of a missed miscarriage?
What are the symptoms of a missed abortion? It’s
common to have no symptoms with a missed miscarriage
. Sometimes there may be a brownish discharge. You may also notice that early pregnancy symptoms, such as nausea and breast soreness, lessen or disappear.
How much does suction abortion cost?
The Vacuum Aspiration, Dilation and Suction Curettage, and Dilation and Evacuation costs
approximately $300 to $2,300
. Not each case is the same. Factors such as which state you live in, whether you have insurance, or which procedure and how far along you are determine your charge.
What happens to your body after an abortion?
After having an abortion, you’ll probably have
some period-type pains, stomach cramps and vaginal bleeding
. This should start to gradually improve after a few days, but can last for 1 to 2 weeks. This is normal and is usually nothing to worry about. The bleeding is usually similar to normal period bleeding.
How do I clean my uterus after a miscarriage?
If you’ve had a miscarriage, your provider may recommend:
Dilation and curettage (also called D&C)
. This is a procedure to remove any remaining tissue from the uterus. Your provider dilates (widens) your cervix and removes the tissue with suction or with an instrument called a curette.
