Variations of serum copper values in pregnancy.

Introduction: Copper is essential micronutrient and has an important role in the human body. The serum copper increases during pregnancy and is doubled at full term. Lower levels of serum copper in pregnancy are connected with some pathological conditions.

[Investigation of risk factors for acute stress reaction following induced abortion].

Introduction: Termination of pregnancy-induced abortion is inevitable in family planning as the final solution in resolving unwanted pregnancies. It can be the cause of major physical and phychological consequences on women's health. Diverse opinions on psychological consequences of induced abortion can be found in literature.

[Medical abortion--modern method for termination of pregnancy].

Introduction: Modern methods of medically induced abortions are being used in many countries all over the world. These methods are safe and effective when used in an appropriate way.

Drugs Used For Medical Abortion: The most widely used regimens for drug induced abortions include antiprogestogen mifepriston followed by administration of a synthetic prostaglandin analogue--gemeprost vaginally or misoprostol orally or vaginally.