Patient's question:
What is induced abortion?Doctor's answer:
At 12-24 weeks of pregnancy, terminating the pregnancy artificially is called induction of labor in the second trimester. The characteristics of this period include the formation of the placenta, a larger fetus, hardened bones, and the need for full dilation of the cervix during delivery. Additionally, due to the enlarged uterus and congested, softened uterine walls, surgical procedures during this period are more prone to injuring the uterine wall. Therefore, induction of labor in the second trimester is more difficult and has more complications compared to early artificial abortion, making it advisable to opt for early artificial abortion whenever possible.Common induction methods include cervical ripening with a water bag, medication-induced abortion (using agents such as Rivanol,, and acorus root).