The deliberate termination of a pregnancy before a fetus can live
independently is called abortion. On the other hand, the natural ending of pregnancy is
called a miscarriage. This chapter describes abortion descriptively, along with its types,
causative factors, risks associated with it, and the potential consequences it can have on
the individual and society. It also discusses the different religious points of view on
abortion and the worldwide prevalence of abortion, with special reference to Pakistan.
Some organizations are also mentioned that are working to prevent it. An extensive
discussion has also been carried out regarding its ethical concerns. In the ending,
keeping in mind all the factors, a brief conclusion has been drawn.
Keywords: Abortion, Consequence, Dilation and curettage, Ethical preview, Healthcare sector, Limitations, Medical complications, Miscarriage, Prevalence, Post-abortion syndrome, Reasons, Religious points of view, Steps to control abortion, Suction aspiration, Society for the protection of unborn children, Types of abortion, Unethical procedures.
