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RhD Immunoglobulin (RhoGAM) After First Trimester Abortion

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Lauren Westifer reveals new recommendations to skip Rh immunoglobulin for first-trimester abortions, challenging decades of practice.

This episode discusses new guidelines recommending against routine Rh immunoglobulin for Rh negative patients experiencing first-trimester abortions, a shift from long-standing emergency medicine practices. It covers the rationale, historical context, and implications for patient care, highlighting debates within the medical community.

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