Obstetrical complications in induced abortions
Renkielska, M.
Ginekologia Polska 49(5): 389-393
1978
ISSN/ISBN: 0017-0011 PMID: 689467 Document Number: 138762
A significant rise in the number of cervical ruptures, inflammatory states of adnexae, and menstruation disorders was observed in women who underwent artificial abortions. In those women who had several artificial abortions, a proportional rise in the number of complications was not observed. A greater incidence of operative deliveries, premature labors, and increased perinatal mortality rate were noted. In the same subjects, the number ofspontaneous abortions remained similar to that in the control group who had not undergone artificial abortion. Abnormality of the placenta was the source for the majority of perinatal complications. This was probably due to the fact that nidation occurred in the endometrium with inflammatory changes or mechanical injuries following the passed abortions. It is also likely that there exists a causative link between premature labors and vast cervical lacerations.