Cervical Dilation Before First-Trimester Surgical Abortion (<14 Weeks' Gestation)
Publication Date: December 1, 2015
Last Updated: March 14, 2022
Recommendations
Cervical priming in the first trimester with either osmotic dilators or misoprostol may protect against complications such as cervical injury and uterine perforation. The absolute risk of these complications is extremely low. (A)
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Title
Cervical Dilation Before First-Trimester Surgical Abortion (<14 Weeks' Gestation)
Authoring Organization
Society of Family Planning