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Vacuum Aspiration[edit]

Vacuum aspiration, also known as suction aspiration or suction curettage, is a procedure used to remove the contents of the uterus through the use of a vacuum. It is commonly used for induced abortion, miscarriage management, and endometrial biopsy.

Procedure[edit]

Vacuum aspiration can be performed using either a manual or an electric vacuum source. The procedure typically involves the following steps:

The patient is positioned in a lithotomy position.
A speculum is inserted into the vagina to visualize the cervix.
Local anesthesia may be administered to the cervix.
The cervix is dilated using graduated dilators.
A cannula is inserted through the cervix into the uterus.
The vacuum source is activated, and the uterine contents are aspirated through the cannula.

Manual Vacuum Aspiration[edit]

Manual vacuum aspiration (MVA) uses a hand-held syringe to create the vacuum. It is a portable and cost-effective method, often used in settings with limited resources. MVA is suitable for early pregnancy terminations and uterine evacuations.

Electric Vacuum Aspiration[edit]

Electric vacuum aspiration uses an electric pump to generate the vacuum. This method is typically used in hospital settings and can be more efficient for larger volumes of uterine contents.

Indications[edit]

Vacuum aspiration is indicated for:

First trimester abortion
Second trimester abortion (with additional cervical preparation)
Management of incomplete abortion
Treatment of molar pregnancy
Endometrial sampling for histopathology

Complications[edit]

While vacuum aspiration is generally safe, potential complications include:

Advantages[edit]

Vacuum aspiration offers several advantages over other methods of uterine evacuation:

Shorter procedure time
Reduced risk of uterine perforation compared to sharp curettage
Lower risk of infection
Minimal anesthesia requirements

Related Pages[edit]

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-{{Short description|A medical procedure for abortion and uterine evacuation}}
+= Vacuum Aspiration =
-'''Vacuum aspiration''', also known as '''suction aspiration''' or '''suction curettage''', is a medical procedure used to remove the contents of the [[uterus]]. It is commonly used for [[induced abortion]], as well as for [[miscarriage]] management and [[uterine evacuation]] in cases of [[molar pregnancy]].
+[[File:Vacuum-aspiration.svg|thumb|right|Diagram of vacuum aspiration procedure]]
-==Procedure==
+'''Vacuum aspiration''', also known as '''suction aspiration''' or '''suction curettage''', is a procedure used to remove the contents of the uterus through the use of a vacuum. It is commonly used for [[induced abortion]], [[miscarriage]] management, and [[endometrial biopsy]].
-Vacuum aspiration involves the use of a suction device to remove uterine contents. The procedure can be performed using either a manual or an electric suction device.
-===Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA)===
+== Procedure ==
-[[File:Manual vacuum aspiration device.jpg|thumb|right|A manual vacuum aspiration device]]
-Manual vacuum aspiration is typically performed using a handheld syringe that creates a vacuum. This method is often used in early pregnancy and is favored for its simplicity and low cost. The procedure involves the insertion of a cannula through the [[cervix]] into the uterus, followed by the application of suction to evacuate the uterine contents.
-===Electric Vacuum Aspiration (EVA)===
+Vacuum aspiration can be performed using either a manual or an electric vacuum source. The procedure typically involves the following steps:
-Electric vacuum aspiration uses an electric pump to create suction. This method is generally used for later stages of pregnancy or when a larger volume of uterine contents needs to be removed. The procedure is similar to MVA but involves the use of an electric suction machine.
-==Indications==
+# The patient is positioned in a [[lithotomy position]].
-Vacuum aspiration is indicated for several medical conditions, including:
+# A speculum is inserted into the [[vagina]] to visualize the [[cervix]].
+# Local anesthesia may be administered to the cervix.
+# The cervix is dilated using graduated dilators.
+# A cannula is inserted through the cervix into the [[uterus]].
+# The vacuum source is activated, and the uterine contents are aspirated through the cannula.
-* [[Induced abortion]] in the first trimester
+=== Manual Vacuum Aspiration ===
-* Management of [[incomplete abortion]] or [[miscarriage]]
+[[File:Manual_vacuum_aspirator.jpg|thumb|left|Manual vacuum aspirator]]
+'''Manual vacuum aspiration''' (MVA) uses a hand-held syringe to create the vacuum. It is a portable and cost-effective method, often used in settings with limited resources. MVA is suitable for early [[pregnancy]] terminations and [[uterine evacuation]]s.
+=== Electric Vacuum Aspiration ===
+Electric vacuum aspiration uses an electric pump to generate the vacuum. This method is typically used in hospital settings and can be more efficient for larger volumes of uterine contents.
+== Indications ==
+Vacuum aspiration is indicated for:
+* [[First trimester abortion]]
+* [[Second trimester abortion]] (with additional cervical preparation)
+* Management of [[incomplete abortion]]
 * Treatment of [[molar pregnancy]]
-* Removal of retained [[placental tissue]] after childbirth
+* Endometrial sampling for [[histopathology]]
-==Advantages==
+== Complications ==
-Vacuum aspiration is a safe and effective procedure with several advantages:
-* It is less invasive than surgical methods such as [[dilation and curettage]] (D&C).
+While vacuum aspiration is generally safe, potential complications include:
-* The procedure is quick, often taking less than 15 minutes.
-* It can be performed in an outpatient setting.
-* Recovery time is generally short, with most patients resuming normal activities within a day or two.
-==Risks and Complications==
-While vacuum aspiration is generally safe, it carries some risks and potential complications, including:
 * [[Infection]]
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 * [[Uterine perforation]]
 * [[Cervical injury]]
-* Incomplete evacuation requiring further intervention
+* [[Retained products of conception]]
+== Advantages ==
+Vacuum aspiration offers several advantages over other methods of uterine evacuation:
+* Shorter procedure time
+* Reduced risk of [[uterine perforation]] compared to sharp curettage
+* Lower risk of [[infection]]
+* Minimal [[anesthesia]] requirements
-==Aftercare==
+== Related Pages ==
-After the procedure, patients are typically monitored for a short period before being discharged. They are advised to avoid inserting anything into the vagina, such as [[tampons]] or [[douching]], for at least two weeks to reduce the risk of infection. Follow-up appointments are usually scheduled to ensure complete recovery and to address any complications.
-==Related pages==
+* [[Dilation and curettage]]
-* [[Induced abortion]]
+* [[Medical abortion]]
 * [[Miscarriage]]
-* [[Dilation and curettage]]
+* [[Reproductive health]]
-* [[Molar pregnancy]]
 [[Category:Medical procedures]]
-[[Category:Abortion methods]]
+[[Category:Abortion]]
+[[Category:Gynecology]]

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