Condition
Abortion - inevitable
David Cohen, M.D.Published 25 March 20051 min read
Key points
- Inevitable abortion is a spontaneous abortion which cannot be stopped.
- It is characterized by lower abdominal cramping and bleeding.
- The uterine cervix is dilated and fetal and/or placental material may already have passed.
Alternative names
Inevitable abortion
Definition
Inevitable abortion is a spontaneous abortion which cannot be stopped. It is characterized by lower abdominal cramping and bleeding. The uterine cervix is dilated and fetal and/or placental material may already have passed. See also threatened abortion.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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