Management Of Miscarriage Flashcards
1
Q
How long to wait for expectant
A
7-14 days
2
Q
When to consider medical or surgery
A
Increased risk of haemorrhage
Previous stillbirth, miscarriage or antepartum haemorrhage
Evidence of infection
3
Q
Medical
A
Vaginal misoprostol - binds to myometrial cells to cause strong myometrial contractions —> expulsion of tissue
4
Q
Surgical
A
Vacuum aspiration - local anaesthetic
Surgical in theatre - GA