Question
The method most suitable for MTP in 3rd month of pregnancy is :
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Dilatation and curettage
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Extra amniotic ethacrydine
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Hysterectomy
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Suction and evacuation
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer � D
Explanation
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Suction and evacuation
Below are the types of the procedure involved in the Second Trimester treatment –
- Dilation and Curettage (D & C) which is a surgical abortion procedure is used to terminate a pregnancy up to or within 16 weeks gestation. D & C procedure is also termed as vacuum aspiration or suction curettage procedure.
- Dilation and Evacuation (D & E) is a surgical abortion procedure that is used to terminate the pregnancy after 16 weeks gestation.
- Induction Abortion is a rare surgical procedure performed for abortion during the second trimester. This procedure includes urea, saltwater, or potassium chloride which is injected into the amniotic sac. Also, prostaglandins are inserted into the vagina while Pitocin is injected intravenously.
Termination of the pregnancy can be done with oral medication if the pregnancy is earlier than seven weeks. It is safer for the woman to undergo termination the sooner it is done. Usually, the age of the pregnancy is calculated from the last period of the woman.
