Medical abortion: Follow-up at home after receiving mifepristone - 08/2022

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Medical abortion: Follow-up at home after receiving mifepristone

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Abstract

This handout explains the follow-up care after a pregnancy is ended using medications, also known as a medical abortion. Step-by-step instructions for using misoprostol tablets are included, as well as symptoms that require a call to the clinic, and what to expect for the weeks following the procedure.

Author

Women's Health Care Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2002

Revision Date

08/2022

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General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Abortion

Pregnancy

Pregnant Patients

Self-care

Languages

English

Record ID

2442