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Termination of Pregnancy In Malaysia – An Introduction to Sexual & Reproductive Rights and Termination of Pregnancy
Current Situation In Malaysia
- The Ministry of Health provides TOP services within the context of the law, including medical and surgical methods.
- Mifepristone (RU486) is not registered for use in Malaysia.
- Misoprostol has been discontinued and is not available.
- Vacuum Aspirations are available in hospitals of the MOH. MVAs are not currently used within MOH hospitals, although electrical vaccum aspiration (EVA) is provided.
- Vacuum Aspiration is performed when indicated on a case to case basis. The procedure is done in an OT setting.
- Meticulous attention is given to the consent process and documentation, including indications.
- Most TOPs in Malaysia are provided for in the private sector. Documentation in the private sector is scarce, hence making data unavailable.
Private practitioners should improve their documentation of the procedure, including indications and informed consent.
- There is an increasing trend of unsafe abortion practices via online sales of medical abortion pills via non-skilled, non-clinical companies and individuals.
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