A way of getting a sample of cells from the lining of the uterus (womb). The entrance to the uterus (the cervix) is gently stretched open so that the doctor can reach the uterus and scrape off some of the cells.
Often abbreviated to D&C. A procedure which involves the surgical dilation of the cervix and the insertion of a curette to remove the contents. It is used to scrape the uterine walls for disease diagnosis, remove retained fragments of the placenta postpartum, or after an incomplete abortion, or remove tumors in the uterus.
A surgical procedure in which the cervix is expanded (dilated) so that the cervical canal and uterine lining can be scraped with a spoon-shaped instrument called a curette (curettage). Also called D & C.
Dilation of the cervix followed by scraping of the interior of the uterus. Used as a form of abortion and to stop abnormal bleeding.
following dilation of the uterine cervix, the uterine endometrium is scraped with a curette (spoon-shaped instrument); also called a D and C
an operation in which the cervix is stretched to permit scraping of the uterine lining.
a surgical procedure usually performed under local anesthesia in which the cervix is dilated and the endometrial lining of the uterus is scraped with a curet; performed to obtain tissue samples or to stop prolonged bleeding or to remove small tumors or to remove fragments of placenta after childbirth or as a method of abortion
A minor operation to clear the womb, carried out under general anaesthetic. Is sometimes done following a miscarriage.
An operation that involves stretching the cervical opening to scrape out the lining of the uterus.
An outpatient surgical procedure during which the cervix is dilated and the lining of the uterus is scraped out. The tissue is often used for microscopic examination for the presence of abnormality or pregnancy tissue.
a minor operation in which tissue is removed from the inside of the uterus (a scrape). Also known as an ERPC q.v.
a common gynecological surgery which consists of widening the cervical canal with a dilator and scraping the uterine cavity with a curette.
A procedure in which the cervix is gradually widened and the lining of the uterus is gently removed by scraping or suction
The process of dilating the cervix and then scraping the lining of the uterus. Used to remedy a host of medical problems.
A procedure that involves widening the cervical canal with a dilator and scraping the uterine cavity with a curette. It can be used to remove tissue for further examination, or to remove part of the uterine lining to treat excessive bleeding. This procedure usually only offers temporary relief from heavy bleeding.
Procedure in which the cervix is mechanically dilated and the contents of the uterus scraped or suctioned out.
A procedure in which your doctor opens (dilates) your cervix and scrapes the endometrium (curettage/ cur-e-taj)) to obtain a tissue sample that can be examined in the laboratory.
D& C is a surgical procedure in which the doctor widens (dilates) the opening of the cervix and scrapes away tissue from the lining of the uterus.
this procedure is obligatory whenever extra menstrual or abnormal uterine bleeding occurs. First, cervical canal is widened, and then samples of cervical lining are taken. Then curettage is done. Procedure is done under anesthesia.
(dye-LAY-shun and kyoo-reh-TAHZH): D&C. A minor operation in which the cervix is expanded enough (dilation) to permit the cervical canal and uterine lining to be scraped with a spoon-shaped instrument called a curette (curettage).
D&C. A procedure to remove tissue from the cervical canal or the inner lining of the uterus. The cervix is dilated (made larger) and a curette (spoon-shaped instrument) is inserted into the uterus to remove tissue. Also called dilatation and curettage.
A procedure in which the cervix is dilated and tissue is gently scraped or suctioned from the lining of the uterus.
A procedure used to dilate (expand) the cervical canal and scrape out the lining and contents of the uterus. The procedure can be used to diagnose or treat the cause of abnormal bleeding and to terminate an unwanted pregnancy.
A minor operation in which the cervix is expanded enough (dilation) to permit the cervical canal and uterine lining to be scraped with a spoon-shaped instrument called a curette (curettage). Also called D&C.
The scraping of the lining of the uterus (the endometrium). There are two main reasons for performing a D&C: to remove tissue remaining in the womb in a recently pregnant woman, and as part of the investigation of a woman who is experiencing heavy or irregular periods or vaginal bleeding after menopause.
a minor operation in which the cervix is dilated (expanded) so that the cervical canal and uterine lining can be scraped with a curette (spoon-shaped instrument).
dilation of the cervix and scraping the uterine lining (endometrium); used for various uterine conditions and may be used for an induced abortion or to remove remnants following a spontaneous abortion
Dilation (dilatation) and curettage (D&C) or sharp curettage is a gynaecological procedure performed on the female reproductive system that involves dilating the cervix and inserting instruments to remove the lining of the uterus, while the woman is under an anaesthetic. A curettage is performed with a curette, a metal rod with a handle on one end and a sharp loop on the other.