Study Confirms Safety of At-Home Misoprostol for Abortions Up to 22 Weeks

New research shows that administering the first dose of misoprostol at home is as safe and effective as hospital administration, reducing time spent in medical facilities.

• 71% of women who took misoprostol at home completed the abortion within 9 hours, compared to 46% in hospitals.
• No significant differences were found in pain levels, side effects, or hospital readmission rates between the two groups.
• Participants reported higher satisfaction and a greater sense of autonomy with at-home administration.
• The study involved 435 women and was conducted across six hospitals in Sweden.
• Findings suggest potential for expanded access to abortion care and reduced hospital burden.

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