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Sigrid Bri Tristan1, Melissa Gilliam
1Section of Family Planning, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA.
Abstract:
First trimester surgical abortion is a very common, effective, and safe procedure. When a woman presents requesting pregnancy termination, counseling regarding pregnancy options and procedural risks, as well as a careful preoperative assessment are vital to a successful outcome. If a patient decides to undergo a surgical abortion, either an electric or manual vacuum aspiration may be performed, based upon provider preference. Complications of first trimester surgical abortion occur in only 0.5% of all cases and include: failed abortion, incomplete abortion, hematometria, hemorrhage, infection, and uterine perforation.
