Program Day 1
Closed sessions for invited experts.
Round Table Program Agenda - Day 1
08:30 - 09:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Moderator: Kristina Gemzell Danielsson and Britta Frederiksen–Møller
- Introduce panelists and objectives of the session.
- Overview of Key Topics:
- Legal updates in Nordic countries.
- Advances in abortion care: VEMA, home-based protocols, treatment without ultrasound, local anesthesia, and Rh prophylaxis.
09:00 - 09:45 Current Legal Situation in Nordic Countries
Topics
- Overview of Recent Legal Changes:
- Updates on abortion laws in Nordic countries.
- Key differences and similarities in the legal frameworks. - Impact of Legal Changes on Clinical Practice:
- How new laws affect gestational limits, access to medical abortion, and patient autonomy.
- Strategies for adapting clinical practices to align with updated regulations. - Advocacy and Future Directions:
- Ongoing discussions in countries considering revisions.
- The role of healthcare providers in shaping policy.
09:45 - 10:30 Medical Abortion in the First Trimester
Presentation Topics
- Standard medical abortion protocols (mifepristone + misoprostol).
- Expanding access and patient-centered care.
Discussion: Share insights and challenges in implementing effective care.
09:45 - 10:30 Coffee Break
10:30 - 11:45 Very Early Medical Abortion (VEMA)
Topics
- Definition and protocols for abortion within 4–6 weeks GA.
- Efficacy and safety considerations.
- Reducing delays and ensuring high-quality outcomes.
11:45 - 12:30 First Trimester Surgical Abortion Treatment with Local/General Anesthesia
Topics
- Indications and protocols for using local anesthesia.
- Practical guidance for training and managing patient comfort.
12:30 - 13:15 Lunch Break
13:15 - 14:00 Home-Based Medical Abortion Protocols by Gestational Age
Topics
- Eligibility and protocols for up to 10 weeks GA.
- Counseling and self-management for home-based care.
- Addressing barriers to implementation.
14:00 - 14:45 The role of ultrasound in abortion care
Topics
- Evidence-based methods for determining gestational age without ultrasound.
- Safety, efficacy, and provider training for alternative protocols.
14:45 - 15:30 Coffee Break
15:30 - 16:15 Rh Prophylaxis in First Trimester Abortion
Topics
- Guidelines for Rh immunoglobulin administration in Rh-negative individuals.
- Ethical considerations and resource allocation.
16:15 - 17:00 Closing Remarks and Next Steps
Moderator: Summarize key takeaways.