Considering an abortion?
We offer immediate, safe and compassionate pregnancy termination services at all of our centres around Australia. Depending on how far pregnant you are, you can choose between either a surgical abortion or a medical abortion.
Less than 9 weeks pregnant?
You can choose between a surgical or a medical abortion.
Over 9 weeks pregnant?
You can have a surgical abortion only.
20-24 weeks pregnant?
You will need to visit our specialist centre.
Unsure how far pregnant you are? click here.
- Same day service available
- Medicare rebates and healthcare card discounts available
- Private health insurance cover at selected centres
- Accredited by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards*
- Counselling services & facilitation
- Female doctors (depending on centre)
*Westmead, Fairfield, Midland, Salisbury, Canberra |
Our team at Marie Stopes International is here for any questions you have and is happy to discuss these options with you.
View outlines of the
surgical and
medical options.
Your choice may depend on the
gestation of your pregnancy, your general health, the support you may have from family and friends and, naturally, your personal preferences. The different options will be discussed in full during your consultation so you can make an informed choice. Please call our 24 hour freecall number 1800 003 707 or use our live webchat if you would like more information.
Surgical and medical abortion comparison
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Medical Abortion
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Surgical Abortion
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High success rate (up to 98% - World Health Organisation, 2003)
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High success rate (over 99%)
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Surgical instruments not required (except in about 2% of cases where a surgical abortion becomes necessary)
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Instruments inserted into uteru s
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No anaesthetic required (except in about 2% of cases where a surgical abortion becomes necessary)
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Anaesthetic required
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No needles or injections required
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A needle or injection is required for the anaesthetic
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Medications cause a process similar to a miscarriage
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A clinician performs the procedure
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Abortion usually occurs within 24 hours of second medication
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The procedure is completed in 5-10 minutes although recovery time following anaesthetic also required
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Less time in the clinic over two visits (very occasionally additional visits are needed if further tablets are required)
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Can be completed in one visit but time in the clinic is longer
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May be used in early pregnancy under 9 weeks from last menstrual period
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May be used in early pregnancy up to 12 weeks and at later gestations according to the legislation in each State
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Oral pain medication can be used such as Paracetamol or Ibuprofen
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Local, intravenous sedation or general anaesthetic may be used
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The process will occur in the privacy of your own home
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Procedure is performed at a Marie Stopes International centre
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Unsure about an abortion?
Counselling Services
If you are unsure of what to do and would like to talk to someone to discuss your feelings and your options we can provide unbiased and confidential counselling . Many women are comfortable making the decision by themselves and don’t want counselling. However, don't feel that you have to make this important decision on your own if you don’t want to. For more information on our counselling services, please click here or call us on Freecall 1800 003 707.
View information about our privacy policy.
Not sure how far pregnant you are?
Your pregnancy will be calculated from the first day of your last menstrual period. Click here to use our interactive gestation wheel to work out how far pregnant you are.
Alternatively please call our 24 hour helpline on 1800 003 707 for assistance.
All our clients have an ultrasound to determine how many weeks pregnant they are before any procedure.
