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This is a Cross-Sectional Study study (also classified as: Quantitative Study).

September 29, 2025Open Access

Abortion laws and severity of abortion-related morbidities: A cross-sectional analysis of the WHO multi-country survey on abortion (WHO MCS-A) in sub-Saharan Africa

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Cross-sectional analysis examined the relationship between abortion laws and morbidity in women, suggesting access to care may reduce complications.

More severe abortion-related complications are found in countries with restrictive abortion laws compared to those with fewer restrictions.
The study included 7,475 women from 210 health facilities, categorizing abortion complications by severity and legal status.
Women in countries with health indications experienced 10% higher odds of severe complications than those with abortion on request.
Easing abortion restrictions could lower complication rates, highlighting the need for better access to comprehensive abortion care.

Erhardt‐Ohren et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional analysis examined the relationship between abortion laws and morbidity in women, suggesting access to care may reduce complications.