Abstract
The majority of abortions are performed early in pregnancy, but later abortion accounts for a large proportion of abortion-related morbidity and mortality. People who need this care are often the most vulnerable-the poor, the young, those who experience violence, and those with significant health issues. In settings with access to safe care, studies demonstrate significant declines in abortion-related morbidity and mortality. This review focuses on evidence-based practices for induced abortion beyond 13 weeks' gestation and post-abortion care in both high- and low-resource settings. We also highlight key programmatic issues to consider when expanding the gestational age for abortion services.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 460-474 |
Number of pages | 15 |
Journal | Clinical obstetrics and gynecology |
Volume | 64 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 2021 |
Keywords
- D&E
- abortion
- later abortion
- low-resource setting
- medical abortion
- second trimester abortion
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology