Patient's question:
My cousin happily told me two months ago that she was pregnant, but today during her prenatal check-up, the doctor discovered that the embryo had stopped developing. She is a bit in disbelief but has no choice but to accept it. She is now struggling with whether to have an immediate abortion. Hello, how can an embryo stop developing and have an immediate abortion?Doctor's answer:
Embryonic arrest refers to the embryo stopping its growth and development within the uterine cavity, rendering early pregnancy meaningless. In this case, it is essential to promptly remove the embryo that has ceased to grow and develop within the uterine cavity. If miscarriage symptoms have already appeared, one can first wait and see. If the embryo cannot be fully expelled, a D&C (dilation and curettage) may be necessary. If there are no signs of miscarriage at all, a D&C (abortion) will need to be performed.