Gynecology & Obstetrics
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0932
ISSN: 2161-0932
Modibo Yattassaye
University of Douala, Cameroon
Scientific Tracks Abstracts: Gynecol Obstet
tatement of the Problem: Contraception remains a central strategy for regulating population growth, particularly in countries with limited economic resources. In Cameroon, where the majority of the population is young, understanding knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding contraception is critical, especially in university environments where such data are sparse. Methodology & Theoretical Orientation: This analytical cross sectional study was conducted over six months across three campuses of the University of Douala. A stratified random sampling was used, with strata defined by academic cycle and discipline. Data collection involved structured questionnaires, and analysis was carried out using SPSS version 25, focusing on descriptive and bivariate statistics. Findings: A total of 1120 students participated, with a mean age of 21 years. The majority were single (96.5%), and 17.6% reported experiencing a pregnancy, though only 51.2% of these led to childbirth. The overall knowledge level regarding contraception was good (76.7%), and attitudes towards hormonal methods were positive (67.7%). However, actual practices were poor (14.3%). Notably, 52% did not use any contraception during their first sexual encounter, and 25% of women who became pregnant had used a condom during that intercourse. The overall prevalence of contraceptive use was 43.3%. Conclusion & Significance: Although university students in Cameroon demonstrate good knowledge and favorable attitudes towards contraception, their actual use of contraceptive methods remains inadequate. This gap highlights the need for more practical, behavior-oriented reproductive health education to align knowledge with effective practices and ultimately address the challenges of population growth.
Modibo Yattassaye is a 4th medical student at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Douala. He is passionate about public health, with particular interest in reproductive health and youth empowerment. He has participated in multiple student-led research initiatives and is actively involved in medical student associations promoting evidence-based health education. His research experience includes data collection, analysis using SPSS, and presenting findings to academic and non-academic audiences. He aspires to contribute meaningfully to the improvement of health systems in Africa through rigorous and actionable research.