Sarita M. Hattarki1, Asha Hanamshetty2
ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVES: This study was taken up to know the incidence, causes, complications and mortality and management of septic abortions. METHODS: The materials for the present study comprises of 36 cases of septic abortion with symptoms of febrile reaction of 100.4° F for 24 hours, purulent vaginal discharge, lower abdominal pain, tachycardia or tachypnea were taken. A detailed history, general examination, systemic examination, local vaginal examination included. Routine investigations were done in all cases and recorded. RESULTS: The incidence of septic abortion was 11.25%, maximum age was 21-30 years, married 72%, 1st trimester 78%, surgical method was used in 56%, foreign body insertion was seen in 22%. 75% of patients had Hb% between 7-10 g, 72% of cases had positive cervical swab. CONCLUSION: The solution to prevent the septic abortion is to increase motivation, to utilize family planning services and create awareness of MTP act.
