Surgical abortion up to 14 weeks of 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 Surgical abortion up to 14 weeks of gestation.

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

• describe the methods of surgical abortion up to 14 weeks’ gestation
• list the factors involved in deciding between medical and surgical methods
• describe pain management options and a method for cervical anaesthesia
• list the steps of a safe uterine aspiration including role of cervical preparation
• understand post-operative care requirements.