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What Are Some Abortion Methods?
from:There are many different induced abortion methods. The one chosen for a woman depends on her personal preference and on how far along the pregnancy is. There are two basic types of induced abortion methods: surgical and chemical. Surgical abortions involve surgical procedures. Chemical abortions are done by administering abortifacient drugs to the woman. Herbal abortions are a possibility and they were very popular up until the 19th century when surgery and anesthetic were invented. However, herbal abortion methods are not safe, nor are they regulated by the medical community.
There are several different surgical abortion methods. During the first trimester, there are three major surgical procedures: Manual Vacuum Aspiration, Electric Vacuum Aspiration, and Dilation and Curettage. Manual Vacuum Aspiration, or MVA, uses suction to remove the embryonic tissue through a syringe after the cervix has been dilated. Electric Vacuum Aspiration is similar, except an electric pump is used to remove the tissue. Dilation and Curettage is when the doctor dilates the cervix and then uses a sharp instrument called a curette to scrape the uterine walls, a process which removes the embryo.
During the second trimester, the common abortion methods used are Dilation and Evacuation, Hysterotomy, and Intact Dilation and Extraction. Dilation and Evacuation – also called D&E – is when the cervix is dilated and then instruments are used to scrape the uterine walls and suction is used to remove the embryonic tissue. Hysterotomy is essentially a cesarean section, but the end result is an aborted fetus. The most controversial of all abortion methods is Intact Dilation and Extraction. This procedure is done by dilating the cervix, turning th fetus to breech position with forceps, and making a cut at the base of the skull. A suction device is then inserted into the cut, removing the brain tissue from the skull. This method is also called Partial Birth Abortion.
The most commonly talked about of abortion methods is probably the “abortion pill”. The abortion pill is actually the combination of two drugs, mifepristone and misoprostol. Mifepristone – sometimes referred to as RU-486 – stops the action of progesterone in the pregnant woman’s body. This cause the uterus to slough off the embryo and bleeding may occur. Then a dose of misoprostol is given, which causes a miscarriage by beginning cramping and contractions. The abortion pill only is available in the first 8 weeks of pregnancy. It is a very safe procedure, and is 95% effective. In very few cases, it is sometimes necessary for the woman to come back and have a follow up surgical procedure to complete the abortion process.
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Abortion, birth control grab focus as charities and churches protest - Springfield News-Leader
 The Associated Press | Abortion, birth control grab focus as charities and churches protest Springfield News-Leader AP A political firestorm over abortion and birth control spread suddenly to multiple fronts on Tuesday. A high-ranking official resigned from the Komen breast-cancer charity after its backtracking over cancer screening grants to Planned Parenthood, ... Abortion, birth control grab political spotlight Abortion, birth control again grab political spotlight |
Abortion, birth control grab political spotlight - Newsday
 Newsday | Abortion, birth control grab political spotlight Newsday Click here Abortion, birth control grab political spotlight Originally published: February 7, 2012 4:49 PM Updated: February 7, 2012 6:28 PM By The Associated Press CHARLES BABINGTON (Associated Press) (AP) -- Political turmoil over abortion and birth ... |
Abortion, birth control becoming major campaign issues - Christian Science Monitor
 Christian Science Monitor | Abortion, birth control becoming major campaign issues Christian Science Monitor But the GOP front-runner's position on birth control and abortion are a problem for him too. As CBS's Political Hotsheet reported last week, in 1994 Romney said "abortion should be safe and legal in this country," and in 2002 he said "I will preserve ... Birth-control fight unlikely to hurt Obama, his strategists say Paying for birth control Catholics urged to challenge birth control rule |
Mo. state sen. opposes federal birth control rule - Belleville News Democrat
Mo. state sen. opposes federal birth control rule Belleville News Democrat A Missouri state senator says religious groups should not have to pay for birth control or abortions for their employees if that would violate their beliefs. Scott Rupp, a Wentzville Republican, introduced a measure Tuesday to amend the state's ... |
Catholic Church to fight regulation on birth control - Turn to 10.com
 Kansas City Star | Catholic Church to fight regulation on birth control Turn to 10.com Planned Parenthood is all about women controlling their reproductive lives, whether that means abortions or birth control. The Catholic Church is directly opposed to any interference in natural reproduction: no birth control and certainly no abortion. DN Editorial: War on contraception heats up health-reform debate Little late for birth-control debate The Star's editorial | Birth control rule goes too far |
Romney rips Bam on abort - New York Post
 New York Daily News | Romney rips Bam on abort New York Post By SA MILLER WASHINGTON — Mitt Romney yesterday slammed President Obama for an “assault on religion,” pointing to the administration's new mandate that Catholic organizations provide health insurance to cover birth-control and abortion pills. Birth control is not attack on religion Obama seeks to ease birth-control rule ire Feds may bend rule on church and birth control |
Abortion Pill in Vending Machine at Shippensburg University - Opposing Views
 Opposing Views | Abortion Pill in Vending Machine at Shippensburg University Opposing Views A small, relatively unknown university in Pennsylvania finds itself at the center of the birth control and abortion battle, after it was revealed that the so-called "abortion pill" is available in a campus vending machine. The Associated Press reports ... Shippensburg offers birth control pills in vending machine Vending machine dispenses 'morning-after' pill |