Gynecologic and obstetric profile of state imprisoned females

Abstract

The objective of this study was to identify the gynecologic and obstetric profile of imprisoned females in the State of Ceará. This is a documental retrospective study with a quantitative approach, performed in the Female Prison Institute of the State of Ceará with 672 medical files. Regarding age, 62.3% of the women were 31 years old. The most prevalent age bracket for menarche was 10 to 13 years, (57.2%) and age of first sexual experience was 11 to 15 years (55.8%). The most common contraceptive method used was tubal ligation (29.5%). Homosexual behavior was found in 17.9% of inmates. Data also demonstrate an elevated number of pregnancies and abortions. In conclusion, these women require more care from health professionals and more specific health interventions in the prison context since they present high gynecologic and obstetrical risks.

Fatores de proteção da saúde mental das mulheres encarceradas: estudo descritivo-exploratório

“…No caso das presidiárias, para a efetividade dessa promoção, torna-se necessária uma equipe multiprofissional para programar o direcionamento de ações em saúde, de modo a promover intervenções eficazes e coerentes com as carências do grupo em questão. Ademais, conhecer a quem se está prestando o cuidado é fundamental para o planejamento de ações estratégicas, a implementação e a avaliação do impacto da presença desses profissionais como atuantes na saúde desse grupo (11) .…”

Perfil socioeconômico e sexual de mulheres privadas de liberdade

“…This behavior may be associated with the lack of perception of their vulnerabilities, since the transmission of STIs is usually related to the male figure and not to the contact between women. 4,16 The low adherence to condom use during sex was significant, with only 29 (51.79%) of the women reporting using it. Non-use of condoms occurs both at the time of intimate visits and in sexual intercourse that occurs within the cells.…”

“…If homosexual practice begins after imprisonment, this usually occurs for the better coping of women to prison and for the preservation of affections. 4,15 Homosexual behavior can still be considered a risk factor for the transmission of sexually transmitted infections. This is because sexual practice among women, as well as the sharing of erotic objects and other sexual practices, is generally not considered a means for the transmission of diseases.…”

“…The biological characteristics inherent to gender and the lack of a specific health policy, which meets their peculiarities, make women more vulnerable when compared to the male population. [4][5] Given this hostile environment and the difficulties encountered in the prison system, nursing plays an important role in promoting health and preventing injuries. It is these professionals who provide effective and humane assistance.…”

“…Tangará da Serra (MT), Brazil. E-mail: ana.claudia@unemat.br Orcid iD: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8761-3325; 4 Master, University of the State of Mato Grosso / UNEMAT. Tangará da Serra (MT), Brazil.…”