Mifepristone Versus Laminaria Insertion for Cervical Preparation Prior to Surgical Abortion at 14-16 Weeks

Mifepristone vs. Laminaria Insertion for Cervical Preparation Prior to Surgical Abortion at 14-16 Weeks

Women who are requesting pregnancy termination at 14-16 weeks, who would normally have osmotic dilator insertion the day before their procedure, would be asked if they wanted to participate. Participants would be randomized to two groups: first, dilator insertion as usual, or second, mifepristone taken the day before the procedure.

Inclusion Criteria:

• women aged 18-45 having pregnancy termination at 14-16 weeks

Exclusion Criteria:

• multiple gestation, pre-existing infection, contraindication to osmotic dilators, unable to obtain proper consent