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Which late abortion method causes less anxiety? a new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06140069

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at women undergoing abortion between 14 and 16 weeks of pregnancy, comparing those who choose a surgical method (a quick procedure in the operating room) with those who choose a medical method (taking medication to end the pregnancy over several hours). Researchers want to see if one method is linked to more anxiety or depression afterward. The goal is to help doctors give better information so women can make an informed choice.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If this study yields clear findings, it could help clinics offer better, more personalized guidance to women choosing between surgical and medical late abortion.
What could go wrong
This is an observational questionnaire study, not a controlled trial, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may be influenced by patient self-selection and other unmeasured factors.

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Study facts

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Started

Dec 2024

Finished

Dec 2024

Lead sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Patient coming for Voluntary termination of pregnancy (abortion)

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Any adult patient * Having given her non-opposition after clear and fair information (patient who understands and reads French) * Patient treated at the Toulouse University Hospital for an abortion between 14 and 16 weeks (dating by ultrasound) * Singleton pregnancy * Progressive pregnancy Exclusion Criteria: * Protected adult patient (guardianship, curatorship, protection of justice) * Developing psychiatric pathologies * Fetal anomaly detected

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Voluntary termination of pregnancy

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