Modern methods to induce abortion: safety, efficacy and choice

Publication date: Available online 9 January 2020Source: Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & GynaecologyAuthor(s): Nathalie Kapp, Patricia A. LohrAbstractAbortion care is a fundamental part of women’s reproductive health care. Surgical and medical abortion methods are safe and effective throughout the gestational age range wherein abortions are performed. Although risks increase with the gestational age of the pregnancy being terminated, rates of complications remain low and comparable between surgical and medical techniques. A high-quality abortion service should offer women a choice between abortion methods and provide the one they prefer.
Source: Best Practice and Research Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Category: OBGYN Source Type: research