Pregnancy termination

What regulations apply to pregnancy termination?

According to the current legislation, abortion can only be performed up to the 12th week. Later intervention is only possible if the fetus is proven to be non-viable or if a genetic expert’s opinion supports the necessity of the procedure. If the termination is for genetic reasons, the surgery can be performed up to the 14th week of pregnancy.

In all cases of abortion, fetal vital signs must be documented at the gynecological examination and explained to the patient. This includes listening to the heartbeat. The patient is then referred to the Family Protection Services with the examination results, where she must attend two consultations. At least three days must elapse between the two appointments. At the second appointment, the nurse will issue a valid report which will allow the termination of the pregnancy to be carried out up to the 12th week of pregnancy.

What kind of preliminary tests are required?

It is important to determine the blood type before surgery, as patients with a negative blood type will need to receive an anti-D injection after surgery. This is of particular importance for subsequent pregnancies, as it reduces the risk of miscarriage. In addition, laboratory tests are required as part of the pre-anesthesia examination. In young, healthy patients, chest x-rays and ECGs are not strictly necessary, but may be justified upon medical indication.

How does an abortion take place?

The surgery is a one-day surgical procedure, so the patient can leave the same day. Before the procedure, it is essential to prepare and dilate the cervix. This can now be done via pre-dilation with medication, which should be administered 2-3 hours before the procedure. This reduces the risk of surgical complications and preserves the possibility of future family planning.

The procedure is performed under intravenous anesthesia. After the cervix is ​​dilated, the embryo and placenta are removed via vacuum aspiration, and the specialist checks whether all placental and fetal tissue has been removed. Two weeks after the operation, a follow-up examination is necessary. Until then, sexual intercourse and submerged bathing should be avoided. If everything is found to be in order at the check-up, the patient can resume their previous lifestyle.

What are the possible complications of the surgery?

With the vacuum procedure, the long-term effects of abortion are minimized and typically do not negatively affect subsequent conception or pregnancy. However, all medical procedures can have complications. The most common risks include bleeding disorders or uterine injury, which can be detected and treated during or immediately after the operation.

Pregnancy termination fees

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