What are the complications after dilation and curettage surgery?

Complications after dilation and curettage surgery include the following:

Bleeding: This is the most common complication and can result from poor uterine contractions or damage to the lining of the uterus.  Severe bleeding may even lead to anemia.  In order to prevent bleeding, you can inject oxytocin after surgery, pay attention to the bleeding situation, and seek medical attention in time if there is any abnormality.
Infection: Infection may occur if care is not taken properly or surgery is performed improperly after surgery.  Therefore, antibiotics need to be used rationally after surgery to prevent infection.  At the same time, pay attention to personal hygiene and keep the vulva clean and dry to avoid infection.
Uterine perforation: This is a serious complication of dilation and curettage surgery, which may occur due to rough surgical procedures or a weak uterine wall.  Once a perforation is found, the operation should be stopped immediately.  In mild cases, drug treatment and hospitalization can be given for observation.  In severe cases, laparotomy is required and the perforation site is sutured.
Infertility: Dilation and curettage surgery may cause serious damage to the endometrium or postoperative infection, which may cause intrauterine adhesions and lead to infertility.  Therefore, attention should be paid to the scraping technique during surgery to avoid damaging the endometrium.
Adhesions between the uterine cavity and the cervix and cervical canal: This may lead to consequences such as endometriosis and periodic abdominal pain.
Gynecological inflammation: such as salpingitis, endometritis, cervicitis, vaginitis, etc.  These inflammations may affect further pregnancy.
In order to avoid the occurrence of these complications as much as possible, it is recommended to choose a regular hospital for surgery and ensure that the doctor performs the operation under standardized sterile conditions.  At the same time, you should pay attention to rest and recovery after surgery, follow the doctor's guidance for care and contraception, conduct regular gynecological examinations, and detect and deal with possible complications in a timely manner.
The above information is for reference only, and specific possible complications should be subject to the doctor's diagnosis.  Dilation and curettage surgery is a risky surgery, so before surgery, patients should fully understand the risks and possible complications of the surgery.  At the same time, they should also strictly follow the doctor's recommendations for recovery and care after surgery to avoid complications.  happened.

 It usually includes the anatomy of the female pelvis and uterus, as well as the specific shape and size of the dilation and curettage instrument.  By simulating the process of dilation and curettage, medical staff and students can have a deeper understanding of the principles and operating steps of dilation and curettage, and master the correct operating methods and precautions.