Contraception
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Pain is a predictable feature of medical abortion in both the first trimester and the second trimester. We sought to evaluate optimal analgesia regimens during medical abortion. ⋯ Few studies examine pain management during medical abortion, and heterogeneity of existing data limits comparison. Further research is needed to determine the optimal analgesia regimens for first-trimester and second-trimester medical termination of pregnancy. To facilitate comparability of data, researchers should use contemporary medical abortion regimens, outcomes and study instruments to measure pain.
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The emergency contraceptive pill (ECP) has the potential to assist in reducing unintended pregnancy and abortion rates. Since its rescheduling to pharmacy availability without prescription in Australia in January 2004, there is little information about Australian women's knowledge, attitudes and use of the ECP. The aim of this study was to measure the knowledge about the ECP and sociodemographic patterns of and barriers to use of the ECP. ⋯ Women in Australia have a high level of awareness of the ECP, but more information and education about how to use it and where to obtain it are still needed.