Abortions Performed in the First Trimester

question 82

Multiple Choice

Abortions performed in the first trimester:

• A) are less medically risky than in the past but still have a higher death rate than delivery at term.
• B) most often use the intact dilation and evacuation technique.
• C) represent 90% of the total number of abortions.
• D) are associated with a higher risk of miscarriage and birth defects with future pregnancies.

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