A septic abortion is a spontaneous abortion associated with an infected uterine cavity. It most often follows an incomplete abortion which has become infected with vaginal or bowel organisms. An attempt at illegal abortion should be suspected. There is a risk of spread of infection. Generalised peritonitis, septicaemia or renal failure may result.
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