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  • Title: Gynaecological sequelae of induced abortion.
    Author: Brudenell M.
    Journal: Practitioner; 1980 Sep; 224(1347):893-8. PubMed ID: 7443624.
    Abstract:
    Induced abortion counseling should include a warning regarding the infrequent gynecological sequelae of the procedure. Abortion should be performed as early in pregnancy as possible; this reduces the chance for complications. The discussion of possible complications categorizes them as early and late complications of both early (1st trimester) and late (2nd trimester) procedures. Uterine perforation, cervical laeration, and infection and/or hemorrhage are the likeliest complications of both early and alte abortions. Cervical laceration and uterine rupture in late abortion can be caused by overstimulation of uterine contractions through an overdose of PG (prostaglandin) infusion. Tubal blockage or cervical incompetence, possible late complications of abortion, can have disadvantageous effects on subsequent reproductive performance. Other, less frequently encountered, sequelae are discussed. This includes a mention of psychological sequelae. Possible treatment for many of these conditions is mentioned.
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