Postabortion Contraceptive Services in Tanzania
Author Information
Author(s): Vibeke Rasch, Fortunata Yambesi, Siriel Massawe
Primary Institution: University of Copenhagen
Hypothesis
What is the impact of postabortion contraceptive service intervention on long-term contraceptive adherence among women who experienced unsafe abortions?
Conclusion
Postabortion contraceptive services are well accepted and can effectively address the issue of unsafe abortion.
Supporting Evidence
- 89% of women accepted postabortion contraception.
- 79% of married women and 84% of single women reported using contraception at 12 months.
- Condom use among single women increased significantly during the follow-up.
Takeaway
Most women who had unsafe abortions liked the help they got with contraception and many continued to use it a year later.
Methodology
The study involved 392 women who experienced unsafe abortions, offering them postabortion contraceptive services and following up with interviews at 12 months.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to stigma associated with unsafe abortion and loss to follow-up.
Limitations
High dropout rate among participants, particularly among young and unmarried women.
Participant Demographics
55% of women were below 25 years, with many being single (50%).
Statistical Information
P-Value
< 0.000
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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