A D&C is a minor surgical procedure to remove tissue from the uterus (womb).
You might need a D&C if you have or had:
Routine screening tests, such as blood tests or ultrasound exams, along with diagnostic tests in certain cases or situation such as amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling (CVS), will help identify whether a pregnancy is high risk. These screenings are used to determine the presence of a number of health problems as well as test for certain genetic conditions. Women dealing with high-risk pregnancy must schedule more frequent visits with their doctor and manage their lifestyle to ensure proper prenatal care.