400mcg Sublingual Misoprostol as First Line Treatment

Introduction of 400mcg Sublingual Misoprostol as First Line Treatment in 11 Health Posts in Three Districts in Senegal

Women presenting with incomplete abortion and eligible for treatment with misoprostol were offered 400mcg sublingual misoprostol for treatment. Based on existing literature, the study hypothesises that women can successfully be treated with misoprostol alone as first line treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• uterine size less than 12 weeks lmp
• open cervical os
• current or past vaginal bleeding
• willing to provide contact information for follow-up
• over 18 or with guardian consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• suspicion of ectopic pregnancy
• intrauterine device in place
• bad general health (infection, anemia, shoc)