National dissemination meeting for second trimester shortened interval study

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Gynuity convened a national meeting in Vietnam to share findings from a study investigating the efficacy of a shortened interval between receipt of the mifepristone and misoprostol to terminate pregnancy in the second trimester, and from the two pilot studies that looked at feasibility of an out-patient medical abortion regimen at 71– 84 days gestation. The meeting was attended by representatives from the government, NGOs, and health facilities. The agenda included an update on current standard of care in Vietnam and the latest evidence-based regimens.