19 Medical Termination Of Pregnancy Mtp Doctors in Mumbai

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

Medical Termination of Pregnancy is abbreviated as MTP and is a non-surgical method that helps to terminate or abort the pregnancy. Medical instruments are not used in the MTP method and can be done by using the following medications:

1. Methotrexate and vaginal misoprostol
2. Only vaginal misoprostol
3. Oral mifepristone and buccal or vaginal or sublingual misoprostol
4. Oral mifepristone and oral misoprostol

What are the advantages of Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

Following are the few advantages of Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]:

1. Effective and safe way to terminate the pregnancy
2. No usage of anesthesia
3. Admission of the patient in the hospital is not required
4. Medical instruments are not used

What are the indications of Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

Few indications of Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP] are the following:

1. Unwanted pregnancy
2. Abnormal growth of the fetus
3. Failure of contraception

What is the preparation needed for Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]? 

1. USG scan is recommended to confirm that the pregnancy is not outside the uterus.
2. Discuss with the doctor about all the complications, risks, and benefits associated with MTP.
3. Inform the doctor about past and present medical and medication history.
4. Urine and blood tests may be performed before the procedure.

What are the steps involved in Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

1. The doctor may prescribe two different medicines and one of them may be taken orally and the other may be buccal or vaginal or oral or sublingual.
2. The first tablet should be taken in the hospital or at the clinic.
3. The second tablet can be placed in ether vagina or between the teeth or below the tongue, please follow the instructions by the Doctor.
4. In a few cases, only vaginal tablet may be prescribed.

What is the Postprocedure care for Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

1. Consult the doctor after 1 week of MTP procedure.
2. Avoid vaginal intercourse for at least 1-2 weeks.
3. You may be asked to do a USG scan to check the status of the abortion.
4. Consult the physician, if you experience pain in the back, abnormal vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge with a foul smell or a fever for more than 24 hours.

Who can perform Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

MTP can be performed by Qualified Gynecologist.

What is the cost of Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP] in Mumbai?

MTP cost in Mumbai depends on the following factors:

1. Health condition of the patient
2. Type of the hospital or clinic
3. Post-procedure complications that are involved
4. Type of medicines used
5. Complications of the pregnancy
6. Age of the patient

The minimum cost in Mumbai starts from Rs.3,300

An average price in Mumbai is approximately Rs.5,500

The maximum amount to be paid in Mumbai rises up to Rs.8,800

Who can undergo Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

MTP is recommended in the following individuals:

1. Any medical condition that affects the health of the mother and fetus.
2. Women with a pregnancy of 6-12 weeks.

Who cannot undergo Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

MTP is not recommended in the individuals who are:

1. Pregnancy above 13 weeks
2. Individuals those are allergic to the Misoprostol or Mifepristone or Methotrexate
3. People using an intrauterine device (IUD)

What are the risks and complications involved in Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

Risks and complications that are involved in Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP] are:

1. Vomiting
2. Reduced blood levels
3. Vaginal infection
4. Severe abdominal pain
5. Incomplete abortion
6. Heavy blood loss

How long does it take to complete Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

MTP takes almost 1-2 weeks to abort the pregnancy.

What is the success rate of Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]?

MTP success rate depends on:

1. The medical condition of an individual
2. Experience of the doctor
3. Patient age

However, the success rate of MTP is more than 95% 

Is Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP] painful?

There may be pain during or after the MTP method and this pain differs from one person to another. 

Is Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP] Permanent?

MTP terminates the pregnancy within a week and is not permanent.

Can Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP] be detected in the future?

MTP cannot be detected in the future as the medications used will be discharged from the body.  

What if Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP] fails?

In the case of failure MTP, the doctor may suggest minor surgery to eliminate pregnancy.

What are the alternatives available for Medical Termination Pregnancy [MTP]? 

One of the alternatives to MTP is Surgical abortion.