Abortion Procedures

If you’re considering abortion, it’s important to understand it as a medical procedure with different types based on your pregnancy stage. Our goal at the ABC Women’s Health & Ultrasound Center is to provide you with the necessary information to make an educated decision.

Medication Abortions – Up to 10 Weeks LMP

Abortion Pill:

• The most common form of medication abortion is the Abortion Pill, used up to 10 weeks from the last menstrual period (LMP).
• The process and risks associated with the abortion pill will be discussed to help you understand your options.

In-Clinic Surgical Abortion – From 4 Weeks LMP

Early Term Surgical Abortions:

• Available from as early as 4 weeks up to 24 weeks LMP and beyond.
• Some women may prefer an in-clinic surgical abortion even in early term pregnancies (before 10 weeks LMP) over the abortion pill.
• The in-clinic procedure typically takes about ten minutes, compared to 24-48 hours for the abortion pill.

Types of Surgical Abortions

Aspiration/Suction – Up to 13 Weeks LMP:

• This method is used for early pregnancies, up until 13 weeks LMP.
• The process involves using a thin tube attached to a vacuum device for suctioning out the embryo.

Dilation and Evacuation (D&E) – 13 Weeks LMP and Up:

• Used for second-trimester pregnancies.
• The cervix is prepared with laminaria sticks and widened with dilator rods.
• The procedure involves suction and forceps to remove the fetus, followed by a curette to clear the uterus.

D&E After 16 Weeks LMP:

• Surgical instruments are required due to the larger size of the fetus.
• Lethal injections may be used prior to the procedure to soften the bones of the fetus.
• A combination of suction and curettage is used for the final removal.

D&E After 24 Weeks LMP:

• Similar to the procedures post-16 weeks LMP, adjusted for the size of the fetus.

Lethal Injections for Late-Term Abortions:

• Less common, but available for late-term abortions, are lethal injections.
• We provide detailed information about the procedures and risks associated with this method.

Making an Informed Decision

Your Health and Safety:

• Our priority is to ensure your health and safety while providing comprehensive information about each abortion procedure.
• We encourage you to discuss your options thoroughly with our medical professionals.

At ABC Women’s Health & Ultrasound Center, we understand the gravity of the decision regarding abortion. We are committed to providing you with detailed, compassionate guidance to help you make the best choice for your circumstances.

Schedule a consultation with us to discuss your options in a supportive, confidential environment.