Abortion Surgery Treatment in India
About Abortion Surgery
Key Highlights
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Performed by a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in a controlled medical environment.High efficacy and definitive resolution of the pregnancy.Procedure is typically short, often completed within 10-15 minutes for early pregnancies.Allows for tissue sampling, which can be sent for pathological examination if needed.Follows established, safe medical protocols with continuous monitoring.
Who is this surgery for?
- Elective termination of an undesired pregnancy within the legal gestational limits.
- Medical termination due to a serious maternal health condition (e.g., severe cardiac disease, certain cancers).
- Termination following diagnosis of a severe fetal anomaly or genetic condition incompatible with life.
- Pregnancy resulting from rape or incest.
- Failed medical abortion (using pills).
- Incomplete miscarriage where tissue remains in the uterus.
How to prepare
- Consultation with the gynaecologist to confirm pregnancy, determine gestational age via ultrasound, and discuss options.
- Review of medical history, allergies, and current medications.
- Necessary pre-operative blood tests (like haemoglobin, blood group) and sometimes an ECG.
- Discussion and provision of informed consent after understanding the procedure, risks, and alternatives.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours if sedation or general anaesthesia is planned.
- Arranging for a companion to accompany the patient home after the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Heavy bleeding (haemorrhage) requiring further treatment.
- Infection of the uterus or pelvic organs.
- Incomplete abortion, where some pregnancy tissue remains, necessitating a repeat procedure.
- Injury to the cervix or uterus (perforation), which is rare but may require surgical repair.
- Adverse reaction to anaesthesia.
- Retained products of conception leading to prolonged bleeding or infection.
- Very rare risk of Asherman's syndrome (intrauterine adhesions) affecting future fertility.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate post-procedure monitoring in a recovery area for 1-2 hours for vital signs and bleeding.
- Expect vaginal bleeding and cramping similar to a heavy period for several days to two weeks.
- Avoid tampons, sexual intercourse, and swimming for at least 2 weeks to prevent infection.
- Prescribed medications may include antibiotics to prevent infection and pain relievers for cramps.
- Follow-up appointment in 2-3 weeks to ensure complete recovery and discuss contraception.
- Contact the doctor immediately for fever, severe pain, foul-smelling discharge, or soaking more than two pads per hour for two consecutive hours.
- Emotional support and counselling resources are often provided.
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Typical hospital stay:
Usually outpatient (same-day) or 1 day
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks for physical recovery; emotional recovery varies
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering abortion surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for abortion surgery in India include Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform abortion surgery. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for abortion surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 8 Thousand – 35 Thousand | Usually outpatient (same-day) or 1 day | ~ 1-2 weeks for physical recovery; emotional recovery varies | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 28 Thousand – 123 Thousand | Usually outpatient (same-day) or 1 day | ~ 1-2 weeks for physical recovery; emotional recovery varies | Know More |
Top hospitals for Abortion Surgery in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing abortion surgery.
Hyderabad, India
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Angel Ali is a 24-year-old graduate...
Angel Ali is a 24-year-old graduate student in her final semester of a demanding architecture program. She is in a committed relationship, but she and her partner had agreed to wait until they were both financially stable before starting a family. Angel discovered she was pregnant despite using contraception. The timing felt catastrophic, threatening her ability to complete her thesis and secure a crucial internship. She experienced severe anxiety and nausea, which made attending studio sessions nearly impossible. Her OB-GYN, after confirming the pregnancy and discussing all options, recommended a surgical abortion as the most appropriate and definitive procedure given Angel's need to return to her studies quickly. The procedure itself, performed under light sedation, was brief. The clinical staff were gentle and respectful. Angel's physical recovery was straightforward with mild cramping and bleeding for a few days. Emotionally, she felt profound relief mixed with a complex sadness for the path not taken. In the weeks after, as she successfully defended her thesis, the relief solidified into a quiet certainty that her choice, while difficult, was right for her future.
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