Multicenter prospective cohort study shows self-administration is as effective as health-personnel provided care in abortion outcomes.
Key Points
Self-administration of medication abortion resulted in high efficacy, as 341 women successfully completed their abortions without additional procedures.
Effectiveness of self-administration measured as an adjusted odds ratio of 1.13, indicating similar success rates to health-personnel provided care.
Prospective cohort study conducted across six healthcare facilities in Hawassa City, evaluating two groups for comparison.
Study results highlight potential for self-managed abortion options, emphasizing accessibility for women seeking termination in Ethiopia.