Do I have to be examined internally before an abortion?

Some people will need to have an ultrasound scan before an abortion. We do this to date your pregnancy and ensure this is within the uterus (womb). How many weeks pregnant you are is also known as gestational age. Knowing your gestation will help us know what treatment options are available to you.

Sometimes the pregnancy can be too early for us to see with an abdominal (tummy) scan. If the pregnancy is under 8 weeks, it’s best practice to perform a vaginal ultrasound for more accurate results. We will only do this with your permission.