Read the following passage and answer if the question is true or false.
Passage: Dilation (or dilatation) and curettage (D&C) refers to the dilation (widening/opening) of the cervix and surgical removal of part of the lining of the uterus and/or contents of the uterus by scraping and scooping (curettage). It is a therapeutic gynecological procedure as well as the most often used method of first trimester miscarriage or abortion.

Question: is a d c procedure the same as an abortion?

Is the answer True or False? Respond with only "True" or "False" and no additional text.
False
True. However, it's important to note that a D&C can be performed for reasons other than abortion, such as to remove tissue after