Abortion - infected
An infected abortion occurs when an infection develops in the material from the fetus or placenta or the lining of the uterus (endometrium).
See also:
Infected miscarriage
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An infected abortion may occur if parts of the fetal or placental tissue stay in the uterus after an incomplete abortion.
- Fever
- Vaginal bleeding
- Cramping
Calling your health care provider |
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Review Date:
11/8/2006
Reviewd By:
Audra Robertson, MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.