A D&C (Dilation and Curretage) is the most common method of early abortion. This method is simple and considered the safest and most convenient way to end an early pregnancy. A D&C procedure is routine, considered safe and will not affect your ability to get pregnant in the future.
- The procedure involves a gentle aspiration of the pregnancy tissue and possibly a mild scraping of the uterine cavity to ensure its completeness.
- This minor surgery is done with local or deep sedation anesthesia.
- Your doctor will help you decide which anesthesia is best for you.
- D&C abortion procedures are performed in the facility’s operating rooms and take under 10 minutes.
- Recovery time is about 30 to 45 minutes before you will be discharged home with your care instructions.
- There may be mild cramping, minimal bleeding, and it feels much like menstrual cramps.
- Usually you can go home and resume normal activities in the next day or two.
