What is induced abortion
Release time : 11/04/2025 09:30:04
Induction of labor can be divided into mid-term induction of labor (14 - 28 weeks of pregnancy) and late induction of labor (after 28 weeks of pregnancy) based on the number of pregnancy weeks of the woman.
So, what is induced labor? What are the methods of inducing labor? What are the hazards of inducing labor? Induction of labor, also known as abortion, refers to the process of terminating a pregnancy through medical means. There are two main methods of inducing labor: medical induction and surgical induction. 1. Medicated induction of labor: The fetus is killed by oral administration or injection of drugs, and the embryonic tissue is then expelled. This method is suitable for early pregnancy, but may lead to complications such as bleeding and infection. 2. Surgical induction of labor: Surgical removal of the fetus from the uterus. This method is suitable for late pregnancy, but may lead to complications such as massive bleeding and infection. The hazards of induced labor mainly include the following points: 1. Bleeding: Because the fetus has died, expelled embryonic tissue may cause bleeding. 2. Infection: If handled incorrectly, infection may occur. 3. Uterine perforation: During surgical induction of labor, improper operation may lead to uterine perforation, which may even endanger life in severe cases. 4. Psychological impact: The psychological impact of induced labor on women cannot be ignored, which may lead to psychological problems such as anxiety and depression. Therefore, before inducing labor, you must choose a regular hospital and professional doctor to ensure safety and effectiveness. At the same time, we should also pay attention to postoperative care and recovery to avoid causing unnecessary harm to the body.
Definition of induced labor: Induced labor refers to the behavior of a woman who must use artificial methods to induce uterine contractions to end pregnancy after 12 weeks of pregnancy due to her own or fetal reasons.
The process of inducing labor: The woman who induced labor enters the surgical preparation room, takes off her coat and enters the operating room. She lies on the operating table with her legs separated and fixed on the brace.
Then use a puncture needle to inject 100 mg of the drug through the abdominal wall of the mother and into the placenta of the sheep. Uterine contractions can be initiated within 36 hours and the fetus can be expelled.
After the fetus is expelled, curettage surgery is also needed. The curettage process can be either injected with narcotic drugs or painless induction of labor.
The entire operation time needs to be determined according to the woman's pregnancy month, fetal sac size, personal constitution, etc.
The hazards of induced abortion: The procedure poses significant risks to the female body, resulting in symptoms such as postpartum hemorrhage, uterine damage, cervical infection, and abruptio placenta.
Therefore, women should take good care of their bodies after induced abortion. In terms of diet, it is recommended to use materials such as Angelica Sinensis, Chinese yam, goji berries, red dates and Codonopsis pilosula in making black chicken soup, which should be consumed 2-3 times a week.
In daily life, it is important to take rest and avoid staying up late to prevent affecting the recovery of the body.
What are the methods of induced abortion? Which one is currently more commonly used for induced abortion? Let's take a look at the introduction.
Generally speaking, the methods of induced abortion can be divided into intrauterine balloon rupture, Tianhuangsu rupture, livanso rupture, prostaglandin rupture, painless rupture and so on. Doctors usually choose an appropriate method for induced abortion according to the specific situation of the woman.
The following briefly introduces one of the more commonly used methods for induced abortion - the hydrostatic saline instillation method.
Water Bag Induction: The water bag induction involves placing a specially designed water bag in the interstices between the uterine wall and the placenta of the pregnant woman, and injecting sterile saline through a cannula. The volume of the injection should be determined by the gestational age of the pregnant woman, for example, 400 milliliters for a pregnancy of 4 months, 500 milliliters for a pregnancy of 5 months, but no more than 500 milliliters. Then, secure the cannula with a tight knot, wrap it with sterile gauze, and insert it into the vagina.
Post-insertion of the uterine balloon, close observation is needed to prevent accidents.
The principle of the water bag evacuation method is that mechanical stimulation can stimulate the uterine wall to cause contractions, expand the cervical orifice, and then lead to localized fetal membrane detachment, decidual transformation, as well as an increase in prostaglandins in amniotic fluid, promoting uterine contraction, and ultimately leading to miscarriage.
Although the success rate of water-filled balloon evacuation can reach about 90%, there are certain contraindications, such as pregnant women with scarred uterus or genital inflammation, who should not undergo this surgical procedure.
What are the risks associated with induced abortion? During an induced abortion, due to strong uterine contractions, narrow cervical canal, and poor elasticity, there is a high risk of damage to the birth canal.
What are the potential risks associated with induced abortion? 1. Post-partum hemorrhage.
During induction of labor, the person who induced labor may experience massive bleeding.
This is mainly caused by placenta previa or local dissection after induction of labor, uterine inertia, coagulation dysfunction, etc.
2. Intrauterine cavity infection.
Induction of labor may cause infection in the uterine cavity of the person who induced labor. This is caused by various reasons such as incomplete disinfection of surgical instruments and improper surgical operation.
At the same time, after surgery, the person who induced labor will have a small amount of bleeding in the vagina. Nursing measures should be taken at this time to prevent bacteria from entering the vagina and causing infection.
3. Amniotic fluid embolism.
After a woman becomes pregnant, the cervical canal will expand more and more. At this time, the cervical orifice is larger, and the blood vessels are also in a relatively open state. Once a strong uterine contraction occurs, it will increase the pressure in the uterine cavity of the person who induced labor, squeezing the membranes, and part of the amniotic fluid will take the opportunity to enter the dilated blood vessels, causing amniotic fluid embolism.
4. Perineal injury.
Birth canal damage is also one of the hazards of induced labor. This is mainly because the fetus is large during induced labor, and it takes a lot of effort for the uterus to expel it out of the body through contraction.
Once this force exceeds what the uterus can withstand, the chance of damage to the birth canal or uterus is very high.
What is the induction process like? Women who have an unintended pregnancy can only choose to undergo induction surgery once the pregnancy exceeds 12 weeks.
So, what is the induction process like? Let's take a look at the introduction.
Generally speaking, the induction of labor can be divided into pre-operative examination, intra-operative care and post-operative care.
Examination before surgery: Examination before induction of labor generally includes urine test, B-ultrasound, electrocardiogram, leucorrhea routine, etc.
Through the above-mentioned examinations, we can understand whether women who induced labor are pregnant in utero, determine vaginal cleanliness, check the size of the uterus and whether they tolerate anesthesia, etc.
Operation in progress: The woman who induced labor enters the surgical preparation room, takes off her coat, enters the operating room, lies on the operating table, her legs separated and fixed on the brace.
Then use a puncture needle to inject 100 mg of the drug through the abdominal wall of the mother and into the placenta of the sheep. Uterine contractions can be initiated within 36 hours and the fetus can be expelled.
After the fetus is expelled, curettage surgery is needed. The process of Qing Gong can be either injected with narcotic drugs or painless abortion.
The entire operation time needs to be determined according to the woman's pregnancy month, fetal sac size, personal constitution, etc.
Post-operation nursing: After inducing labor surgery, women should not only pay attention to more rest, but also pay attention to diet and recuperation so that their bodies can recover better.
When is the best time to induce labor? No matter which kind of surgery, there is its best time to perform. Of course, induction surgery is no exception.
When is the best time for induced abortion? Generally, a woman can induce labor in her uterus with artificial methods during the 12th to 24th week of pregnancy. This is known as mid-trimester induced abortion.
Inducing labor in the late stages of pregnancy by artificially stimulating uterine contractions is known as induced labor at the end of the second trimester.
In fact, there is no specific optimal time for induced abortion surgery; the earlier it is performed, the less damage it causes to the woman.
Therefore, induced abortion should be performed as early as 12 to 24 weeks of pregnancy.
At the 12-24th week of pregnancy, the placenta has formed, the fetus is larger, and the skeleton is hardened. The child must be fully dilated in order to be delivered.
Additionally, due to the enlargement of the uterus and congestion and softening of the uterine wall during pregnancy, it is more likely to damage the uterine wall during surgical procedures. Mid-term induced abortion is more difficult than early miscarriage, and complications are more common. Therefore, it is advisable to perform an induced abortion as soon as possible in this period; otherwise, the longer the time for performing the induced abortion, the greater the harm to the female body, and even reproductive failure may be triggered.
It is important to note that due to the significant physical harm caused by induced abortion surgery, women undergoing this procedure must ensure proper postoperative care. They should consume a diet rich in nutrients and take good care of their bodies.
The medical information provided in this text is for reference only.
In case of discomfort, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately. For accurate diagnosis and treatment, consult a licensed practitioner in person.