Possible side effects and risks:
• Cramping of the uterus or pelvic pain
• A hole in the uterus (uterine perforation) or other damage to the uterus
• Injury to the bowel or the bladder
• A cut or torn cervix (cervical laceration)
• Incomplete removal of the unborn child, placenta, or contents of the uterus requiring an additional operation
• Infection
• Complications from anesthesia such as respiratory problems, nausea and vomiting, headaches, or drug reactions
• Inability to get pregnant due to infection or complication from an operation
• A possible hysterectomy as a result of complication or injury during the procedure
• Hemorrhage (heavy bleeding)
• Emergency treatment for any of the above problems, including possible need to treat with an operation, medicines, or a blood transfusion
• Rarely, death.