The number of abortions per 1,000 women ages 15-44 or 15-49 in a given year. Source: PRB

The number of induced abortions per 1,000 women of reproductive age (15 to 44). Numerator and denominator may also be specific for ages within the 15 to 44 range, i.e., 15 to 19, 20 to 24. Formula