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Effectiveness and acceptability of home use of misoprostol for medical abortion up to 10 weeks of pregnancy.

Author: Gemzell-DanielssonKristina, MaltzmanLena L, MarionsLena, PodolskyiVolodymyr

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Overview

This study evaluated the efficacy and acceptability of home use of misoprostol for medical abortion up to 70 days of gestation in a Swedish setting. The study compared outcomes between pregnancies with a gestational age of up to 63 days and those with a gestational age of 64-70 days.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The administration of mifepristone, followed by misoprostol, is widely used for medical abortion. Many studies have demonstrated home abortion to be safe in pregnancies up to 63 days of gestation, and recent data support its safety when extended to more advanced pregnancies. We studied the efficacy ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10072251/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Home Use of Misoprostol for Medical Abortion: A Safe and Convenient Option

Medical abortion, using a combination of mifepristone and misoprostol, is a widely accepted method of terminating early pregnancies. This study investigates the efficacy and acceptability of home use of misoprostol for medical abortion up to 10 weeks of gestation.

The researchers conducted a study in Sweden, comparing the outcomes of home misoprostol use in pregnancies up to 63 days and pregnancies between 64 and 70 days of gestation. Their findings suggest that home use of misoprostol is safe and effective in pregnancies up to 70 days, providing a convenient and accessible option for women seeking medical abortion.

Expanding Access to Safe and Effective Abortion Care

This study contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting the safety and effectiveness of home use of misoprostol for medical abortion. It also underscores the importance of providing women with access to safe and convenient abortion care options.

Implications for Health and Lifestyle

This research provides valuable information for women considering medical abortion. It demonstrates that home use of misoprostol can be a safe and effective option, offering greater flexibility and privacy for women.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

Home use of misoprostol for medical abortion is like finding a hidden oasis in the desert of reproductive healthcare. It provides a safe and convenient option for women seeking abortion care, offering them greater control and comfort.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-04-06
  2. Date Revised 2023-04-11
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

36933004

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC10072251

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Languages

English

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