| Literature DB >> 2860032 |
Abstract
Out of 9344 first trimester elective abortions performed by vacuum aspiration, 37 uterine perforation cases occurred. The suction cannula was responsible for more than 50% of perforations. All cases were multiparous. In 56.8%, the duration of gestation was 6 weeks or less. One third of the cases had a history of child birth within the previous 6 months. Fundal and anterior wall perforations were most common. Cases with a retroverted uterus had a higher incidence of perforation (59.4%) than those with an anteverted uterus (32.4%). Exact pelvic assessment and proper technique and case management are important for preventing perforation.Entities:
Keywords: Abortion, Induced--complications; Biology; Cannula; Clinical Research; Diseases; Equipment And Supplies; Family Planning; Fertility Control, Postconception--complications; Gastrointestinal Effects; Genital Effects, Female; Genitalia; Genitalia, Female; Perforations; Physiology; Research Methodology; Surgical Equipment; Urogenital Effects; Urogenital System; Uterine Effects; Uterine Perforation; Uterus; Vacuum Aspiration--complications
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Year: 1985 PMID： 2860032 DOI： 10.1016/0020-7292(85)90010-4
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Int J Gynaecol Obstet ISSN： 0020-7292 Impact factor: 3.561