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Dilatation And Curettage.
Dilatation And Curettage - as a noun
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
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d and cdilation and curettageExample Sentences
"She underwent dilatation and curettage to treat her heavy menstrual bleeding."
"The doctor recommended a dilatation and curettage to remove the uterine polyps."
"After the dilatation and curettage, she experienced some cramping and bleeding."
"The patient opted for a dilatation and curettage procedure after unsuccessful medical management."
"The doctor explained the risks and benefits of dilatation and curettage before the procedure."
