Incomplete abortion

What does "Incomplete abortion" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Incomplete abortion is a medical term used when not all of the pregnancy tissue is naturally expelled from a woman's body during a miscarriage. This can happen if the body doesn't fully push out the pregnancy tissue during the miscarriage process. It can lead to complications like infection or heavy bleeding. It's usually diagnosed by a doctor through an ultrasound or a physical exam.

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