Which abortion method is safer after 14 weeks? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07335939

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares the risk of heavy bleeding between surgical and medical abortions performed at 14 to 16 weeks of pregnancy. Researchers at Strasbourg University Hospital will enroll 50 adult women to see which method leads to fewer cases of blood loss over 500 cc. The goal is to provide clearer safety information for patients and doctors choosing between the two options.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors and patients choose the safer abortion method for late-term procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to all settings. It only measures bleeding, not other risks.

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Locations

  • Service de Gynécologie-Obstétrique - CHU de Strasbourg - France

    RECRUITING

    Strasbourg, 67091, France