Acceptability and feasibility of outpatient medical abortion with mifepristone and misoprostol up to 70 days gestation in Singapore.

Author: AbbasDina, GosaviArundhati, KohDaniel, SinghKuldip, TanKok Hian, TanYi-Ling, WinikoffBeverly

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OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to examine the acceptability and feasibility of using a combined regimen of 200 mg mifepristone and 800 μg buccal misoprostol in an outpatient abortion service in Singapore, where mifepristone is not currently registered. STUDY DESIGN: The pilot prospective stud...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejogrb.2018.08.014

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Medical Abortion: Expanding Options in Singapore

The reproductive health landscape is constantly evolving, with new advancements and changing societal norms. This study explores the acceptability and feasibility of using a combined regimen of mifepristone and misoprostol for outpatient medical abortion in Singapore, a country where mifepristone is not yet registered. The researchers conducted a pilot study to assess the effectiveness and patient satisfaction with this approach, much like testing the suitability of different paths through the desert to find the most efficient route.

Expanding Access to Safe and Effective Abortion

The study found that the majority of women who participated had successful abortions without requiring surgical intervention. Furthermore, most women reported that the side effects were acceptable or neutral, and expressed high satisfaction with the method. This information demonstrates the potential of outpatient medical abortion to expand access to safe and effective abortion services, like building a network of oases in the desert to make it more hospitable for travelers.

Empowering Women to Make Informed Choices

This study highlights the importance of providing women with a range of safe and effective abortion options, allowing them to make informed choices about their reproductive health. By exploring alternative approaches and advocating for their wider availability, we can ensure that women have the autonomy and control they need to make decisions that are right for them, like empowering women to navigate the desert of reproductive choices with confidence and independence.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a blooming flower in the desert, offers a glimmer of hope for women seeking safe and effective abortion options. By demonstrating the feasibility and acceptability of outpatient medical abortion, the study underscores the importance of expanding access to a range of reproductive healthcare services, empowering women to make informed choices about their bodies and their futures. It's a reminder that even in the challenging landscape of reproductive health, there is always room for innovation, progress, and respect for women's rights.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-01-29
  2. Date Revised 2019-01-29
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30179732

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.ejogrb.2018.08.014

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