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Abortions - 11 Weeks
Surgical Abortion up to 11.9 weeks
A first trimester abortion is performed up to
11.9 weeks of pregnancy (count from the first
day of the last period, verified by ultrasound
dating). We treat all patients with individual,
personal care. We encourage you to bring someone
with you to accompany you and provide comforting
support throughout the process (if you desire).
Surgical Abortion Procedure up to 11.9 weeks
Our Board Certified Obstetrics and Gynecology
Physicians, who have special expertise in
several abortion techniques, can perform a D&C
during the first trimester. This procedure is
known as suction dilatation and curettage (D&C).
After the “numbing” medicine is injected, the
cervical canal is very gently dilated with
sterile dilators and the uterine contents are
gently removed with sterile, one-time-use
disposable plastic uterine curettes.
It is normal to experience cramping during
and/or after the procedure as the uterus
contracts, though this sensation is decreased
with IV twilight sedation. The cramping is
similar to menstrual cramps and can vary from
light to heavy in intensity. The actual
procedure takes between 2 to 5 minutes,
depending on your medical condition. Our
Physicians will take an extra step and do a
post-operative examination of the tissue to
further ensure patient safety and the successful
completion of the procedure.
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