New study examines safety of later surgical abortions
NCT ID NCT06396338
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 312 women who had surgical abortions between 10 and 16 weeks of pregnancy. Researchers compared bleeding risks between those who had the procedure at 10-14 weeks versus 14-16 weeks. Participants also filled out questionnaires about anxiety and depression. The goal is to improve information for patients and doctors about the safety of later abortions.
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 provide better safety data to help patients and doctors make informed choices about late surgical abortions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed observational study with 312 participants, so results are limited in size and may not apply to all populations. No new treatment is being tested.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU Toulouse
Toulouse, France
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