Abortion
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Abortion Methods
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Abortion in the USA In the United States, 89% of abortions occur before 12 weeks. Fewer than 1% occur after 21 weeks. Source: Alan Guttmacher Institute
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Early Abortions (in the first 12 weeks) There are three methods that can be employed in early abortions: 1. Suction Curettage, 2. Dilation and Curettage (D&C), and 3. the “Abortion Pill” (Mifepristone)
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