Prostaglandins alone seem to be less effective and more painful than surgical abortion. Evidence is inadequate on the acceptability and side-effects of the two methods. The medical approach avoids the use of anaesthetics; this and the possibility of using it as an outpatient procedure may offer an advantage in under-resourced settings.
Medical versus surgical methods for first trimester termination of pregnancy
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