The introduction of first trimester medical abortion in Armenia

In Armenia, abortion is the main means of
fertility regulation; however, before research activities were initiated
only surgical methods were available and the quality of services was low
in some areas. Our clinical study from 2008–2011 aimed to show that early
medical abortion is an acceptable and feasible option. A total of 700
eligible women with pregnancies up to 63 days LMP presenting for abortion
were recruited for the study in five locations. Participants took 200 mg
mifepristone and 800 μg buccal misoprostol 24–48 hours later.

Source: Reproductive Health Matters - February 1, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Karmen S Louie, Erica Chong, Tamar Tsereteli, Gayane Avagyan, Susanna Vardanyan, Beverly Winikoff Tags: FEATURE Source Type: research