Ultrasounds
An Ultrasound Is A Vital Step Before An Abortion.
What Is an Ultrasound Scan?
If you have an unplanned pregnancy and are considering an abortion, an ultrasound is a critical next step. This scan determines crucial details needed to determine your options while protecting your health.
How Does an Ultrasound Work?
An ultrasound uses sound waves to form a picture of the inside of your abdomen. For women considering abortion, this scan provides essential information about their pregnancy. It tells you the viability of your pregnancy by determining whether there is a heartbeat, as well as the location of the pregnancy. The ultrasound will also tell you your gestational age, or how far along you are.
The Importance of An Ultrasound
An ultrasound is necessary to make an informed decision. Around 10-20% of pregnancies end in a natural miscarriage, so an ultrasound will confirm that there is a heartbeat and your pregnancy is progressing. This information will help determine whether additional medical attention is needed.
Additionally, an ultrasound will help clarify your options. Your pregnancy’s gestational age (how far along you are) provides vital information, as the abortion pill is only FDA-approved for use through 10 weeks of pregnancy. After that timeframe, a surgical abortion may be performed.
Your pregnancy’s location will also be identified via an ultrasound. Pregnancies should develop in the uterus, but the fertilized egg can implant in another location, like a fallopian tube or the cervix. This condition is called an ectopic pregnancy, and it requires immediate medical attention to prevent life-threatening complications.
Miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy treatment are different from having an elective abortion. You’ll get the answers you need to protect your health with an ultrasound.
Schedule a Pregnancy Confirmation Appointment
This scan is offered on a limited basis based on high demand for ultrasound services. Call or text us at (479) 487-2456 today for more information.
