Adolescent use of outpatient health services in Mexico: their health needs and associated factors
Leticia Avila-Burgos,
Julio César Montañez-Hernández,
Nadia Cerecer-Ortiz
et al.
Abstract:Objective. To estimate adolescent use of outpatient services, identifying their health needs and associated socioeconomic factors. Materials and methods. Using data from Ensanut 2018-2019, adolescents (ages 10-19) with health needs and those receiving care from health personnel (users) were identified. Needs were analyzed by sex and socioeconomic status (SES). Logistic models were used to assess the factors associated with the use of health care and choice of provider. Results. 6% of adolescents reported healt… Show more
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