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- Risks Associated With Abortion at Abortion Clinics - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from James S PendergraftBecoming a parent is a very important decision with lifelong results. Usually, this is a happy occurrence, but when women find themselves facing an unplanned pregnancy they must decide whether they are ready to have a child. If they find that they are not ready to have children, they may ...
Views: 1995 - Medical Abortion - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from James S PendergraftThe most efficient and safest way to carry out the termination of an early pregnancy is with a medical (non-surgical) abortion. It offers a safe and effective alternative to the surgical process. The abortion pill procedure is highly recommended for women in their early weeks of pregnancy. The ...
Views: 1607 - Modern Sedation at Abortion Clinics Require No Driver or Companion - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from James S PendergraftModern Advanced Sedation Techniques for abortion procedures no longer require the patient to have a driver or be accompanied by a companion. This is very important for women who want to have the ultimate in privacy and confidentiality. Should it be their preference, they are now able to obtain ...
Views: 1915 - Menstrual Extraction - Not Abortion - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from James S PendergraftFor centuries, women have sought methods for safely and effectively ending an untimely menstrual period or a very early pregnancy. The term Menstrual Extraction was first used approximately 70 years ago when women had been performing the procedure for themselves prior to the Roe v. Wade ...
Views: 2606(1 vote) - Advanced IV Sedation Abortion Clinic: No Escort or Driver Required - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2012 from James S PendergraftAdvanced IV Sedation consists of a sleep inducing injection which produces a safe, 3 minute, painless procedure provided in an atmosphere of warmth and compassion. Before the physician leaves the room, the patient is nearly fully awake and talking. Generally within 45 minutes, patients are ...
Views: 2873 - Medical Abortion Clinics Perform Abortions From 3 to 24 weeks - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from James S PendergraftThe medical abortion procedure using RU 486 (Mifeprex, Mifepristone) is widely accepted as the most common method for terminating pregnancy up to 7 weeks gestation. Numerous studies have shown that the abortion pill procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis up to 14 weeks. Medical ...
Views: 3061 - Medical Abortions May Be Performed From 3 to 14 Weeks - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from James S PendergraftThe abortion pill procedure (non-surgical abortion, Mifeprex, Mifepristone, Medical Abortion Pill) has been quickly gaining recognition in the United States since 2001 when the FDA approved RU 486 for terminating pregnancy between 3 and 7 weeks. Numerous studies conducted in the U.S. and ...
Views: 938 - Early Medical Abortion Vs. Surgical Abortion Procedure: Which Is Best? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from James S PendergraftOne of the questions most frequently asked of Physicians is whether or not the medical or surgical abortion procedure is best for terminating early pregnancy. The answer is that it depends on what the individual patient feels is the best procedure once the benefits and risks of each technique ...
Views: 1162 - Fetal Defects and Late Term Abortion - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from James S PendergraftThere are several reasons why Late Term Abortion is chosen by numerous women and advised by so many physicians. Some of the most common reasons are unwanted pregnancies that were not discovered early; those that resulted from rape or incest; or because of pregnancy complications that were life ...
Views: 3812 - Why Undergo Late Term Abortion? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from James S PendergraftPregnancy is quite often a healthy, happy occurrence in a woman's life. Unfortunately, for some women this is not always the case when life threatening circumstances or severe medical conditions develop. When these situations arise, abortion may be desired as a possible solution. Why Do ...
Views: 964 - Early Surgical Abortions In Abortion Clinics - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftWomen faced with an early pregnancy wonder what their options are regarding the choices they have in terminating their pregnancies. Early abortions are generally abortions that occur between 3.5 to 7 weeks gestation. There are advantages in having abortions performed this early in gestation. ...
Views: 877 - Abortion Clinics: Counseling Patients On Their Choice - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftIt is estimated that 33 percent of women in the U.S. will have an abortion at some point in their life. This means that there are a lot of women in the United States that know of or have had an abortion. The choice to have an abortion is never easy. It is one of the most difficult times in a ...
Views: 634 - What to Expect With a First Trimester Surgical Abortion - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftThe majority of abortion clinics in the U.S. are highly efficient in performing first trimester abortion procedures. It is approximately 10 times safer than carrying a pregnancy to full term for the mother. With proper anesthetics and analgesics, there is minimal to no discomfort when the ...
Views: 1529 - How Does The Abortion Pill Terminate a Pregnancy? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftIf you want to terminate a pregnancy in the first 12 weeks of gestation, there are two methods to choose from: 1) a surgical dilatation and curettage (D&C) or the medical abortion or abortion pill procedure. The abortion pill method has increased in popularity since being FDA approved in the ...
Views: 799 - Late Term Abortions Must Remain Legal - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftRoe v. Wade was decided by the United States Supreme almost four decades ago. Fetal viability is not determined by the number of weeks of gestation, but is evaluated by the Physician who is responsible for terminating the woman's pregnancy as decided by the Supreme Court in Planned Parenthood ...
Views: 621 - Reasons Why Late Term Abortion Should Remain Legal - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftThere is a lot of discussion nowadays regarding Late Term Abortion. Many people would like to have it banned; others would like it to remain legal. In my opinion, there are some good points why such a procedure should remain legal. Late Term Abortion and Choice Most people who support such ...
Views: 906 - What You Need To Know About Late Term Abortion - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftThere are many misconceptions about late term abortion. Some falsely consider this procedure as unsafe. Others say that the service is too costly. Many wrongly consider this procedure as bad, and that there are no benefits to be had from it. These statements are wrong. Here are some things that ...
Views: 690 - Pregnancy Complications That Result In Late Term Abortions - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftDuring pregnancy, many complications may arise. While some complications only result in discomfort or pain to the mother, other complications are more severe and potentially fatal. If a life threatening complication has developed late in pregnancy, a mother may require the services of a Late ...
Views: 5203 - Teen Late Term Abortion - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftOver the years, there have been an increased number of women opting for an abortion late in pregnancy. Of all abortion cases, approximately 18% are teens. There are a number of reasons why more teenagers go to a late term abortion clinic to avail of their services instead of going earlier in ...
Views: 1021 - Late Term Abortion Clinic Procedures - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftThere are many ways to perform abortion procedures. Each Physician has his or her preference for using one or a combination of methods to successfully carry out the procedure. There are 3 procedures used to perform late term and third trimester abortion procedures. Late Term Abortion ...
Views: 6639 - Benefits of Late Term Abortion - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from James S PendergraftThe practice of Late Term Abortion is subject to significant controversy. However, there are a lot of benefits that can be achieved from undergoing this procedure when the mother's life or health is threatened by the pregnancy, or there is a significant fetal defect or abnormality. Despite this, ...
Views: 2057 - Choosing a Late Term Abortion Clinic - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftPregnancy can result in many complications throughout the course of its development. When severe, life threatening complications to the mother arise, or when fetal defects that are incompatible with life are detected, life saving measures must be immediately implemented for the mother. When ...
Views: 666 - Methods of Late Term Abortion - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftLate term abortion is a termination of pregnancy performed after the 24th week of pregnancy. It may be necessary for a number of reasons, but usually because of genetic fetal defects that are deemed to be incompatible with life, or because of life threatening complications the mother may have ...
Views: 737 - Abortion Statistics and Abortion Clinic Information - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftAn abortion is defined as termination of pregnancy where there is not the intent to induce a live birth or remove a dead fetus. Abortions can be spontaneous as a miscarriage, or it can be induced surgically by Dilatation and Curettage (D&C) which is performed up to 15 to 16 weeks gestation where ...
Views: 677 - How To Find An Abortion Clinic - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from James S PendergraftThere are many things to consider when a woman finds out she is pregnant with an unwanted child and wants to terminate the pregnancy. There are many abortion clinics to choose from and so how does one determine which is the best one to go to? The most common and first question that women ask is ...
Views: 636 - Are Late Term Abortions Imperative? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from James S PendergraftA late term abortion is actually a right and requirement for individuals in need. The advancement in medical technology has provided the opportunity for women to undergo safe late term abortions who meet the criteria of the pregnancy being a threat to the woman's life or health of if there is a ...
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