Management Of Miscarriage Flashcards

1
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How long to wait for expectant

A

7-14 days

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When to consider medical or surgery

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Increased risk of haemorrhage
Previous stillbirth, miscarriage or antepartum haemorrhage
Evidence of infection

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3
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Medical

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Vaginal misoprostol - binds to myometrial cells to cause strong myometrial contractions —> expulsion of tissue

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4
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Surgical

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Vacuum aspiration - local anaesthetic

Surgical in theatre - GA

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