The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
Treatment for a Miscarriage
ERPC PROCEDURE
A procedure to empty your womb (uterus) of a pregnancy
Having a miscarriage
Losing a pregnancy can be a deeply personal experience that may affect you in a variety of ways.
Our expert team will not only perform the surgical management of your miscarriage but can offer you the support you need afterwards.
Need to know
This procedure involves removing the pregnancy from your uterus through your vagina. Your consultant will carefully open the entrance to your uterus wide enough for the pregnancy to be removed using a suction tube. An ultrasound may be done at the same time to reduce the risk of complications and ensure the pregnancy is fully removed. It is conducted under general anaesthetic, meaning you'll be asleep for the duration.
Your consultant will let you know how best to prepare for this procedure. You will have a chance to ask questions, and our team will be available to explain any part of the process at any stage.
An ERPC is usually performed as a day case, meaning you can go home on the same day, however it can take up to 24 hours to recover from the general anaesthetic. During this time you should have an adult with you and avoid driving or making any important decisions.
You can expect to have some vaginal bleeding for up to two weeks after the procedure. You are likely to experience cramps, similar to period pains, in your lower tummy after the operation. These should get milder over time but may last for up to a few days. Our nursing team will provide you with painkillers. You will also be put in touch with psychological support, if you feel you need it.
Our Treatment for a Miscarriage locations
The Wellington Hospital
8A Wellington Place NW8 9LE London
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
David’s gym video shows him repeatedly pushing up to 100kg on a single leg press – not particularly unusual for this keen cyclist, former competitive squash player and all-round fitness enthusiast. What is unusual is that 52-year-old David had hip surgery just 12 weeks earlier.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.