dilatation and curettage

(DIH-luh-TA-shun and KYUR-eh-TAHJ)

A procedure to remove tissue from the cervical canal or the inner lining of the uterus. The cervix is dilated (made larger) and a curette (spoon-shaped instrument) is inserted into the uterus to remove tissue. Also called D&C and dilation and curettage.

2005-01-24

2008-02-05