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References used for this fact sheet
- Facts you should know regarding abortions [online], The Planned Parenthood of Australia Group, Australia. More information here.
- ‘Making choices: information for women considering abortion’, HealthSharing Women 1998 vol.8 no.3.
- Mid trimester abortion procedures [online], The Planned Parenthood of Australia Group, Australia. More information here.
- Abortion [online], Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne. More information here.
- Types of anaesthesia [online], The Planned Parenthood of Australia Group, Australia. More information here.
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