Using MVA kits in low-resource clinics: Benefits, checklist and challenges

Why MVA fits low-resource settings
MVA’s portability, lack of need for electricity, and outpatient use make it exceptionally suitable for clinics with limited infrastructure. Organizations and humanitarian programs have adopted MVA as a standard for safe uterine evacuation in crisis and low-resource contexts. JCPSP+1

Checklist before rollout

• Procure validated MVA kits (sterile packs and compatible cannulae). Ipas MVA
• Train staff with a hands-on MVA course and supervised clinical practice. IAWG
• Sterilization & reprocessing plan — follow manufacturer validation and clinic capacity. Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Emergency referral pathway — for heavy bleeding or anesthesia needs.
• Inventory & supply chain — cannula sizes, spare parts, PPE and antibiotics/analgesia.

Common challenges & mitigations

• Lack of trained providers: partner with training organizations, use modular courses and simulated practice. IAWG
• Reprocessing constraints: choose devices whose reprocessing methods match your facility capability or use single-use cannulae where sterilization is not guaranteed. ICFP

Final note & CTA
MVA can safely expand uterine evacuation access where surgical suites are scarce — with the right equipment, training and protocols. For procurement, training materials, and validated MVA kits including the V Shajag MVA Kit Syringe, contact our sales & clinical support team (Buy MVA Kit Syringe).