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Procedure Comparison

What's the difference between a non-surgical and surgical abortion?

	Non-surgical Abortion / Abortion Pill	Surgical Abortion
How many weeks in the pregnancy can I be?	Up to 7 weeks (49 days) for best success (92-95%).	5 to 22 weeks. If the pregnancy is less than 5 weeks, there is an increased chance of failed abortion.

How long does the process take?	The first appointment to our Center is approximately 2 hours. During your appointment you will take Mifepristone (Mifeprex). Insert Misoprostol in the cheek of your mouth 24 - 48 hours later. Several hours of cramping and bleeding may be experienced, during which the expelling of the pregnancy occurs. A mandatory follow-up visit on day 14 at Presidential Women's Center, which takes approximately 45 minutes.	One 2-3 hour visit to our Center. Depending on the length of pregnancy, the procedure takes between 5 and 15 minutes. Follow-up visit at Presidential Women's Center or your doctor's office in 2 weeks.

How much discomfort is involved?	From mild to very strong cramping off and on throughout the process of expelling the pregnancy. A prescription will be given to make you more comfortable.	From mild to very strong cramping during the surgery. Patients receive I.V. sedation , which makes the process virtually painless.

Can the abortion fail?	5% - 8% failure rate. If the medical procedure fails, the process needs to be repeated or a surgical abortion is necessary.	Less than 1% of the time the procedure fails and needs to be repeated.

What are the advantages?	The process may seem more natural, like a miscarriage. No injections (unless patient has Rh- bloodtype), anesthesia or instruments unless there is a failure. Being at home instead of a medical office may seem more comforting and private. Any support person can be there during the abortion process. Offers an additional termination option to women less than 7 weeks from her last menstrual period.	Depending on the length of pregnancy, the procedure takes between 5 and 15 minutes. The procedure is highly successful. There's less time spent cramping than with the other method. Medical and counseling staff is on premise during the entire office visit. The procedure can be preformed up to 22 weeks.

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