Long Term Impact of Induced Abortion

Long Term Impact of Induced Abortion: a Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study in China

Through prospective observation of the queue, the risks of mid to long term complications for Chinese women caused by surgical and medical abortion, as well as their potential impacts on women's fertility, pregnancy complications/comorbidities, and maternal and infant health, are identified. This provides scientific evidence for the assessment, protection, and preservation of fertility among Chinese women of childbearing age, and decision-making basis for the development and improvement of artificial abortion and fertility policies and guidelines for the country.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women who voluntarily request non-medical abortion surgery, early pregnancy (≤ 10 weeks of gestation); Age range: 20-40 years old (inclusive); Willingness to have another child; No long-term intention to go abroad during the research period; Willing to accept regular postoperative follow-up and voluntarily sign an informed consent form.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pathological miscarriage such as spontaneous abortion and missed abortion; Difficulty in reading, writing, or understanding; Other situations deemed unsuitable for inclusion by doctors.