Abortion treatment in Kothrud :

Surgical abortion is one of the safest operations carried out however, all surgery carries some risks. Although complications can occur in an estimated 3% of cases, major complications are rare. Below is a list of the risks associated with surgical abortion:

• Incomplete abortion is the most common complication (up to 2%) and occurs when a small piece of the pregnancy or lining remains in the uterus. This may result in problematic bleeding or cramping and a repeat procedure may be required.
• Ongoing pregnancy is uncommon (1 in 500) but is more likely in procedures performed under 6 weeks.
• Infection is uncommon (less than 1%). You will usually be given or prescribed antibiotics with your procedure to reduce the risk.
• Damage to the cervix is uncommon and rarely has longstanding effects.
• Perforation of the uterus, where the surgical instruments make a hole in the wall, is potentially the most serious complication but fortunately is rare with an experienced surgeon.
• Haemorrhage following a surgical abortion in the first trimester is rare.

Women who experience heavy bleeding, fever, or severe pain or discomfort following a surgical abortion must consult a doctor as soon as possible.

Medical abortion is a safe and effective method of terminating a pregnancy up to 7 weeks gestation; however, like surgical abortion, a medical abortion carries some risks:

• Incomplete abortion is the most common complication (2%) and occurs when the pregnancy is not completely expelled from the uterus, causing cramping or heavy bleeding. A surgical procedure may be required if the bleeding or cramping is not settling.
• Ongoing pregnancy occurs in less than 1% of cases. A surgical abortion will usually be recommended.
• Infection is uncommon (less than 1%).
• Excessive bleeding severe enough to require a blood transfusion occurs in around 1 in 1,000 cases.