Question

Which surgical method of vacuum aspiration utilizes an electric pump and is preferred after 9 weeks of gestation?

Options

• Dilatation and Evacuation (D&E)

• Dilatation and Curettage (D&C)

• Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA)

• Electric Vacuum Aspiration (EVA)

Answer 1

Electric Vacuum Aspiration (EVA) uses an electric suction pump to empty the uterus and is the preferred vacuum aspiration method after 9 weeks of gestation. In contrast, Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) utilizes a hand-held syringe and is preferred in earlier stages.