Dilation and Curettage<\/strong>
\nin Boca Raton & Boynton, FL<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dilation and curettage, often abbreviated as D & C, is a common gynecological procedure used both for diagnosing and treating various uterine conditions.<\/p>\n
What Is D & C Used For?<\/h2>\n
Patients who experience abnormal symptoms such as excessive menstrual bleeding or bleeding outside of their regular menstrual cycle are likely to undergo a D & C in order to investigate the cause of these irregularities. Because these symptoms are rather vague, they could signal the presence of any one of the following conditions:<\/p>\n
\n- Uterine polyps<\/li>\n
- Endometrial hyperplasia<\/li>\n
- Abnormal cell growth<\/li>\n
- Uterine cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
As mentioned, D & C can also be used to treat several different uterine conditions. The procedure itself involves removing the woman\u2019s endometrial tissue, which lines the inside of the uterus. Your OBGYN\u00a0may decide to only take a small sample of this tissue, or it may be best to clear away more endometrial tissue in order to treat the patient\u2019s underlying condition.<\/p>\n
D & C is often performed after childbirth in order to clear away any remaining tissue, including part of the placenta. This same result can be achieved after a miscarriage, and helps to prevent any potential infection that the leftover tissue could cause.<\/p>\n
In some cases, it is also possible to use a D & C procedure to prevent a harmful pregnancy, such as a molar pregnancy. This rare condition occurs when there is a problem during the fertilization process that results in the development of a tumor instead of a fetus within the uterus. The cells of this tumor usually grow quite quickly, which can lead to a sizable uterine tumor if not addressed.<\/p>\n
Preparing for a D & C Procedure<\/h2>\n
Dilation and curettage, often abbreviated as D & C, is a common gynecological procedure used both for diagnosing and treating various uterine conditions.<\/p>\n
What Is D & C Used For?<\/h2>\n
Patients who experience abnormal symptoms such as excessive menstrual bleeding or bleeding outside of their regular menstrual cycle are likely to undergo a D & C in order to investigate the cause of these irregularities. Because these symptoms are rather vague, they could signal the presence of any one of the following conditions:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Uterine polyps<\/li>\n
- Endometrial hyperplasia<\/li>\n
- Abnormal cell growth<\/li>\n
- Uterine cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
As mentioned, D & C can also be used to treat several different uterine conditions. The procedure itself involves removing the woman\u2019s endometrial tissue, which lines the inside of the uterus. Your OBGYN\u00a0may decide to only take a small sample of this tissue, or it may be best to clear away more endometrial tissue in order to treat the patient\u2019s underlying condition.<\/p>\n
D & C is often performed after childbirth in order to clear away any remaining tissue, including part of the placenta. This same result can be achieved after a miscarriage, and helps to prevent any potential infection that the leftover tissue could cause.<\/p>\n
In some cases, it is also possible to use a D & C procedure to prevent a harmful pregnancy, such as a molar pregnancy. This rare condition occurs when there is a problem during the fertilization process that results in the development of a tumor instead of a fetus within the uterus. The cells of this tumor usually grow quite quickly, which can lead to a sizable uterine tumor if not addressed.<\/p>\n
Preparing for a D & C Procedure<\/h2>\n
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