Reproductive System & Sexual Disorders: Current Research
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ISSN: 2161-038X
ISSN: 2161-038X
Department of Midwifery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
Research Article
Discontinuation of Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive Methods and Associated Factors among Women in Health Facilities of Bahir Dar City, Northwest Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study
Author(s): Yilkal Dagnaw Melesse*, Ambaye Minayehu Zegeye, Getahun Deguale Kebede, Yaregal Dessalew Tarik, Selamawit Lake Fenta, Alemwork Abie Getu, Toyiba Hiyaru Wassie, Paulos Jaleta Wondasho, Tewodros Worku Bogale and Magarsa Lami Dabalo
Background: Long-acting reversible contraceptive discontinuation is the removal or switch to other methods before
completion of duration due to any issue. Discontinuation of these methods exposes a woman to unwanted pregnancy,
unsafe abortions, and unplanned births that affect millions of women worldwide. Despite the improvement in the
availability and utilization of these methods, discontinuation is becoming high. There is no study conducted on
discontinuation and associated factors of long-acting reversible contraceptives in Bahir Dar city, Northwest Ethiopia.
Objective: This study aimed to assess the proportion and associated factors of discontinuation of Long-Acting
Reversible Contraceptives among women in health facilities of Bahir Dar city, Northwest Ethiopia from April 1 to
May 30/2021.
Methods:.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2161- 038X.22.11.319