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Lydia Mainey, Senior Nursing Lecturer, CQUniversity Australia

What’s the difference between medical abortion and surgical abortion?

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In Australia, around one in four people who are able to get pregnant will have a medical or surgical abortion in their lifetime.

Both options are safe, legal and effective. The choice between them usually comes down to personal preference and availability.

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