Use of Imagery

The images provided by the MYA Network are central to the article. These visuals:

• Debunk Misinformation: They illustrate the stark contrast between the reality of early pregnancy tissue and the anthropomorphic depictions used in anti-abortion campaigns.

• Normalize the Process: By presenting abortion as a straightforward medical procedure, the images help to dispel myths of it being violent or gruesome.

• Empower Patients: Patients who see this tissue often feel relief, as it doesn't match the expectations set by anti-abortion rhetoric.

The inclusion of detailed descriptions of the tissue at various stages (from 4 to 9 weeks) highlights the progressive growth, showing how early tissue is mostly undifferentiated and far from resembling a human form.