Late termination of pregnancy
Late termination of pregnancy
Late termination of pregnancy (pronunciation: /leɪt tɜːmɪˈneɪʃən ɒv ˈprɛɡnənsi/), also known as post-20 weeks abortion or third trimester abortion, is a procedure that ends a pregnancy after the 20th week of gestation. The term is primarily used in a medical context and is often a subject of legal, ethical, and political debate.
Etymology
The term "late termination of pregnancy" is derived from the Latin words "late" (meaning "after"), "termination" (meaning "end"), and "pregnancy" (meaning "the state of being pregnant"). The term is used to describe the medical procedure of ending a pregnancy after the 20th week of gestation.
Procedure
Late termination of pregnancy is typically performed using a method known as dilation and evacuation (D&E). This involves dilating the cervix and removing the fetus and placenta from the uterus. In some cases, a procedure known as induction abortion may be used, which involves inducing labor and delivery of the fetus.
Legal and ethical considerations
The legality of late termination of pregnancy varies widely around the world. In some countries, it is legal only in cases where the mother's life is at risk or the fetus has a severe abnormality. In others, it is legal for any reason up to a certain point in the pregnancy. Ethical considerations often revolve around the rights of the fetus and the rights of the woman.
Related terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Late termination of pregnancy
- Wikipedia's article - Late termination of pregnancy
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