3 Reasons You Need an Ultrasound Before Abortion | The Hope Clinic | Berne, IN

November 5, 2024

Gathering all the information you need to make a well-informed choice is important before making any decisions regarding your pregnancy. A critical step in this process is getting an ultrasound.

At The Hope Clinic, we provide no-cost, limited OB ultrasounds to help you learn more about your pregnancy. Here are three key reasons why an ultrasound is essential before an abortion.

1. Confirm Your Pregnancy

Gestational age is the length of time you’ve been pregnant. Tracking your cycle or using estimation tools may give you a rough idea, but they aren’t as accurate as an ultrasound. An ultrasound allows a trained professional to measure and determine the exact gestational age of your pregnancy.

This information is vital because your options and health decisions will depend on how far along you are.

2. Detect an Ectopic Pregnancy

A pregnancy test can confirm that you are pregnant, but it won’t tell you if the pregnancy is located in the right place. An ectopic pregnancy happens when the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, typically in a fallopian tube. This condition is not viable and poses serious health risks, such as internal bleeding.

An ultrasound is essential for verifying the location of the pregnancy so you can receive the appropriate care if an ectopic pregnancy is detected.

3. Determining Viability

Viability refers to whether the pregnancy is progressing normally. Unfortunately, about 26% of pregnancies result in miscarriage.

An ultrasound can help determine if the pregnancy is viable or if a miscarriage has occurred. This information is critical in guiding your next steps in care.

Schedule a No-Cost Ultrasound

At The Hope Clinic, we offer a no-cost, limited OB ultrasound. This will give you the essential details you need to make confident decisions about your pregnancy.

Contact us today to schedule a confidential appointment in a caring and supportive environment. We’re here to help you every step of the way.

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