Abortion Services

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General Information

Early Surgical Abortions Up To 10 Weeks

Medical Abortions Up To 9 Weeks

Surgical Abortion From 10 Through 12 Weeks

13 Through 23 Weeks (Second Trimester)

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13 Through 23 Weeks (Second Trimester)

Abortions between 13 and 23 weeks since the last period require two visits to our clinic. Abortions in weeks 22 or 23 require three visits.

At the first visit, laminaria, which are thin sticks of seaweed, are placed in the cervix. They absorb fluid and expand, causing a slow and gradual dilation of the cervix.

At the second visit later that day or the next day, the laminaria are removed and the pregnancy tissue is evacuated with a suction tube and/or with other instruments.

If we determine that the patient is 22-23 weeks pregnant, the laminaria are used for two days and the procedure is done on the third day.

Read about your other options:

• Early Surgical Abortion Up To 10 Weeks
• Medical Abortion Up To 9 Weeks
• 10 Through 12 Weeks

Read our general information on timing, preparation and pain management.

More questions? Read "Ask Dr. Bours" or call us.