Patient's question:
Is it okay to have an abortion at 16 weeks? What methods can be used for an abortion? Is it very risky?Doctor's answer:
At four months pregnant, the decision was made to have an abortion. This method still carries risks. Generally, it is only carried out if the child is found to have failed the Down syndrome screening. In such cases, the procedure involves first administering medication to halt the child's growth and development, and then enhancing uterine contractions to allow the child to naturally pass out. These two medications work together to achieve the abortion.