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[Medical abortion--the first Norwegian experiences]
Ole Erik Iversen1, Grete Midbøe, Synnøve Lian Johnsen
1Haukeland Universitetssykehus oeiv@haukeland.no
Summary
Medical abortion using mifepristone and misoprostol is safe and effective for Norwegian women. This regimen demonstrated high acceptability and few side effects in early pregnancy terminations.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Pharmacology
Context:
- Medical abortion introduced in Norway in April 1998.
- First-year assessment of a specific medical abortion regimen.
Purpose:
- Assess efficacy, side effects, and acceptability of medical abortion.
- Evaluate mifepristone and vaginally administered misoprostol in a Norwegian population.
Summary:
- 226 women with gestational age < 63 days received mifepristone (600 mg orally) followed by misoprostol (800 mcg vaginally) after 48 hours.
- 95% of women experienced uncomplicated pregnancy termination.
- Few tolerable side effects and high treatment acceptability were reported.
Impact:
- The combination of mifepristone and misoprostol is effective and safe.
- This medical abortion method is well-accepted by Norwegian women.
- Provides evidence for the successful implementation of medical abortion services.