Medical abortion between 10–24 weeks' gestation

We are currently reviewing this course in line with recent changes to Special Interest Training and the launch of the new Obstetrics and Gynaecology Curriculum 2024. As such, please be aware that the accuracy of the existing content cannot be guaranteed. Further announcements will be added here over the coming months.

Welcome to this Special Interest Training course on Medical abortion between 10–24 weeks' gestation.

When you have completed this course, you will be able to:

• list the advantages and disadvantages of medical abortion after 10 and up to 24 weeks’ gestation
• know the drugs and regimens used, mechanisms of action and contraindications
• describe the side-effects of treatment and their management
• understand what aftercare is required and when follow-up is necessary
• be able to describe the contraceptive methods that can be used after medical abortion, and the timing of initiation.