Abstract
Objective: The aim of the study was to investigate the efficacy and safety of an alternative modality using extra-amniotic balloon and intracervical prostaglandin (PG) E 2 for termination of second and early third trimester pregnancies. Method: Thirty-three pregnant women scheduled for legal termination of pregnancy at 15–32 weeks' gestation were included in the study. Each case received extra-amniotic balloon containing 500–800 ml normal saline and two PGE 2 tablets inserted into the cervical canal. Results: All 33 patients achieved a successful termination. The mean induction-to-abortion interval was 12.85 h. There was no significant difference in induction-to-abortion interval between second trimester group and third trimester group. However, the mean duration of balloon distention was longer in the second trimester group. There were no severe complications. Conclusion: The combined use of extra-amniotic balloon and intracervical PGE 2 tablets is effective, safe and convenient for termination of second and early third trimester pregnancy.
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