Abortion Procedures

 

There are two types of abortions used to end a pregnancy. One is by medication only and the other one involves different abortion procedures with medical instruments. There is more than one kind of in-clinic abortion procedure. The most common is called aspiration. It is also known as vacuum aspiration.

Before considering the various abortion procedures, we recommend that women obtain an ultrasound to determine if the pregnancy is viable (uterine, non-ectopic pregnancy). Our ultrasound can pick up a non viable pregnancy, so you might not need an abortion. Studies reveal that anywhere from 15-20% of all clinically recognized pregnancies will end in miscarriage.  

The ultrasound also helps for accurate pregnancy dating or gestation. A pregnancy verification may be required if choosing to get an abortion.

A pregnancy verification can be obtained at one of our three Medical Clinics. Make an appointment with one of our trained counselors by calling 1-888-252-1822 or at the number provided for each of our clinics in our three Bay area locations. Our counselors and nurses can help bring clarity to questions and concerns, and will explain the different types of abortion procedures pertinent for each case. 

 

Very few procedures require hospitalization. Most types of abortions are outpatient surgery. General and Local anesthetic (patient is usually awake during this procedure) are choices offered to the women to make. Some women return to their normal activities the day after having an abortion; but many women, depending on how far along they are, do need some time to recuperate. A follow-up medical exam is an important part of any abortion procedure.

 

For further concerns or questions you can also read our Ask The Doctor section to get answers to other questions related to abortions.

 

In trying to decide if abortion is the right choice, women have many things to think about. Learning the facts about abortion can help them in making a choice.