If you are considering terminating a pregnancy, an ultrasound is an important step that helps doctors assess the safest and most appropriate method. Let’s see why an ultrasound is necessary before terminating a pregnancy.
1. Check gestational age to choose the appropriate method
- Gestational age not exceeding 12 weeks can terminate the pregnancy with medication or vacuum aspiration.
- 12-16 weeks use vacuum aspiration by a skilled doctor.
- Gestational age more than 12 weeks can terminate the pregnancy with medication, requires hospital stay, and must be under close medical supervision.
2. Check if the pregnancy is in the uterine cavity
- Some pregnancies may occur outside the uterus (ectopic pregnancy), which is dangerous and requires urgent treatment.
- Ultrasound helps doctors determine if the gestational sac is in the uterine cavity.
3. Check the development and abnormalities of the embryo
- If there are severe fetal abnormalities, an ultrasound helps doctors diagnose and provide appropriate advice.
- Helps determine if the embryo is growing normally.
4. Assess uterine health before the procedure
- Check for abnormal uterine conditions or tumors.
- Check amniotic fluid levels and placenta position, which may affect the method of pregnancy termination.
5. How is an ultrasound performed?
- Both abdominal ultrasound and transvaginal ultrasound can start from 6-7 weeks of gestation, but the most suitable period is 8 weeks for accuracy, ease of examination, and to help make pregnancy termination effective.
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Ultrasound is an important step that helps make pregnancy termination safe. Check to be sure before deciding.