What is a Surgical Abortion?
A safe way to end a pregnancy at our specialist clinics.
Surgical abortion is a safe and simple in-clinic procedure to end a pregnancy. In- Clinic procedures are provided in our specialist clinics. It is a minor operation offered as a day-care procedure. You do not stay at the clinic overnight. How long you will be at the clinic on the day of your procedure will depend on how many weeks you have been pregnant, and your choice of anaesthetic.
Types of Surgical Abortion and Anaesthetic
Pain Relief After a In- Clinic Abortion
You may have cramps that feel like period pains after a surgical abortion. You can take painkillers like ibuprofen or paracetamol to help with pain or discomfort. The best pain relief for you will depend on your medical history. Being comfortable at home with a heat pad is also effective at soothing pain.
How does a Surgical Abortion Work?
There are different types of surgical abortion. The different procedures depend on your health, how many weeks you have been pregnant, and your personal choice.
The methods of In- Clinic abortion offered
- Manual Vacuum Aspiration (up to 14 weeks of pregnancy).
- Dilatation and Evacuation (from 14 weeks – 23 weeks and 6 days of pregnancy).
There are also different anaesthetic options, which depend on your health, how many weeks you have been pregnant, and personal choice.
The anaesthetic options offered
- Local Anaesthetic – Awake during treatment (up to 10 weeks of pregnancy).
- Conscious Sedation – Awake but drowsy during treatment (up to 13 weeks and 6 days of pregnancy).
- General Anaesthetic – Asleep during treatment.
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