Attempted Clandestine Abortion: The Dangers of Alternative Methods

Authors

  • Khaoula Lakhdar Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author
  • Oumaima Sarhdaoui Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author
  • Amani Ghazalah Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author
  • Fatima Zahra Beloueza Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author
  • Soukaina Mouiman Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author
  • Aziz Slaoui Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author
  • Amina Lakhdar Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author
  • Aziz Baydada Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47363/JLSRR/2024(2)123

Keywords:

Potassium Permanganate, Clandestine Abortion, Necrotic Lesion, Maternal Mortality, Unsafe Abortion

Abstract

Clandestine abortions represent a major public health challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Although maternal mortality related to these practices has greatly decreased in developed countries, it remains a significant concern in regions where abortion is only permitted to protect the mother’s health or life. We describe the case of a 24-year-old patient admitted for pelvic pain with metrorrhagia in the context of attempted clandestine abortion by intravaginal introduction of potassium permanganate. Despite emergency care, the patient presented with necrotic vaginal lesions, underscoring the potentially lethal dangers of these alternative methods. Prevention through sexuality education and improved contraceptive access remains the best solution to reduce unsafe abortions

Author Biographies

  • Khaoula Lakhdar, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

    Khaoula Lakhdar, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco.

  • Oumaima Sarhdaoui, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

    Oumaima Sarhdaoui, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco.

  • Amani Ghazalah, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

    Amani Ghazalah, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

  • Fatima Zahra Beloueza, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

    Fatima Zahra Beloueza, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco.

  • Soukaina Mouiman, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

    Soukaina Mouiman, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco 

  • Aziz Slaoui, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

    Aziz Slaoui, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

  • Amina Lakhdar, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

     Amina Lakhdar, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

  • Aziz Baydada, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco

    Aziz Baydada, Gynecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy, Department Maternity Souissi, University Hospital Center IBN SINA, University Mohammed V, Rabat, Morocco.

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Published

2024-09-30

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 5 (2024): Volume 2 Issue 5

Section

Articles