gynecology and obstetrics
Septic Abortion
Symptoms and Signs of Septic Abortion
Symptoms and signs of septic abortion typically appear within 24 to 48 hours after abortion and are similar to those of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) (eg, chills, fever, vaginal discharge, often peritonitis) and often those of threatened or incomplete abortion (eg, vaginal bleeding, cervical dilation, passage of products of conception). Perforation of the uterus during the abortion typically causes severe pelvic or abdominal pain. Sepsis and Septic Shock may result, causing hypothermia, hypotension, oliguria, and respiratory distress. Sepsis due to 