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Summary: Managing the disposal of pregnancy remains

Last quality assured: 14/10/2025
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Here we offer guidance on managing the disposal of pregnancy remains following miscarriage, early intrauterine fetal death, ectopic pregnancy or a medically or surgically induced termination of pregnancy.

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M

Maria

Symeonaki

Professional Lead for Midwifery and Women's Health

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Here we offer guidance on managing the disposal of pregnancy remains following miscarriage, early intrauterine fetal death, ectopic pregnancy or a medically or surgically induced termination of pregnancy.

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Resource last reviewed 14/10/2025

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Last quality assured: 14/10/2025
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