Imminent Abortion (Noun)
Meaning
The appearance of symptoms that signal the impending loss of the products of conception.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor informed the couple that their pregnancy was at risk and an imminent abortion seemed likely due to the vaginal bleeding and severe abdominal cramps.
- In the earliest stages of pregnancy, an imminent abortion often manifests as sudden and intense lower back and abdominal pain accompanied by spotting or heavy bleeding.
- The ultrasound revealed that the embryo had not implanted correctly, leading to an imminent abortion that could not be prevented with current medical technology.
- Some women experience an imminent abortion without displaying any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to diagnose and address the underlying issue.
- Progesterone supplements were prescribed to the patient to delay or prevent an imminent abortion, but the pregnancy was still considered high-risk due to the patient's medical history.