Dilation & Curettage Surgery in Mumbai

Let us understand when dilation and curettage procedure is recommended by doctor:

• To examine functioning of uterus and check its strength
• To check presence of abnormalities in the lining of uterus
• To recognize cause of abnormal uterine bleeding
• If you experience bleeding after menopause
• If abnormal endometrial cells (cells that form outer lining of uterus) are discovered during screening of cervical cancer test
• Dilation and curettage procedure is also used to diagnose uterine polyps (non-cancerous cell growth ), endometrial hyperplasia (condition wherein lining
• of uterus becomes very thick), uterine cancer etc.
• If you have undergone abortion, dilation and curettage method is used to clean the uterus and restore its health
• Post delivery, dilation and curettage procedure is used to remove excess placenta that feeds fetus during gestation period

Dilation and curettage is a simple and out-patient procedure. It takes around 3-4 hours to complete this surgical procedure. There are hardly any protocols you need to adhere to before treatment. It is advised that you do not take any heavy meals the day before surgery. Do not intake any solid foods 6 hours before the surgery. You are allowed to take sips of water.

There are no major risks associated with dilation and curettage procedure. However, if you consistently face symptoms of vaginal bleeding or foul vaginal discharge, fever and abdominal pain etc., better consult with your gynecologist without any delay.