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Oral misoprostol as an alternative to surgical management for incomplete abortion in Ghana
Joseph Taylor1, Ayisha Diop, Jennifer Blum
1Koforidua Regional Hospital, Koforidua, Ghana.
Objective:
To investigate whether 600-μg oral misoprostol is an effective alternative to manual vacuum aspiration (MVA) for the treatment of incomplete abortion.
Methods:
From June 16, 2004, to July 20, 2005, 230 women of reproductive age presenting with incomplete abortion were randomized in an open-label trial to either 600-μg oral misoprostol or MVA for the treatment of incomplete abortion.
Results:
Regardless of the assigned method, more than 98% of participants experienced complete uterine evacuation following initial treatment. Efficacy, acceptability, and satisfaction ratings were similar and high for both methods.
Conclusion:
600-μg oral misoprostol is a safe, effective, and acceptable alternative to MVA for the treatment of incomplete abortion.
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