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HSE National Clinical Guideline

National Clinical Guideline for Investigation and Management of Complications of Early Termination of Pregnancy


Topic: Investigation and management of complications of early termination of pregnancy
Document Owner: National Clinical Lead for Guideline Development in Maternity and Gynaecology Services, National Women and Infants Health Programme (NWIHP)
National Group: Guideline Development Programme, National Women and Infants Health Programme
Effective From: 31 December 2025
Evidence-based recommendations for the care of women during and after termination of pregnancy who experience a complication.
National Clinical Guideline for Investigation and Management of Complications of Early Termination of Pregnancy
PDF, 2.23MB

This national guideline sets out evidence-based standards for the assessment and management of complications of early termination of pregnancy (first 12 weeks of pregnancy), covering clinical evaluation, methods of management by gestation, pain relief, aftercare, safeguarding, and service organisation, with an emphasis on informed consent, equity of access, multidisciplinary support, and alignment with Irish legal and ethical frameworks.

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