Perfil epidemiológico y prácticas en salud reproductiva de la interrupción voluntaria de embarazo en Salamanca

Alcalde, María Victoria Lapresa

doi:10.14201/gredos.149378

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“…In the 2018 survey of the Spanish Society of Contraception, there is a downward trend in the age of sexual debut, with an average age of 18.13 years [ 21 ]. In line with national data, in our study, women younger than 25 years start intercourse significantly earlier than older women [ 22 ]. These behaviours have short and long-term consequences and it is therefore vital to establish adequate reproductive health education before these risky behaviours take place.…”

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Reproductive Health Practices in Spanish Women Who Underwent Voluntary Termination of Pregnancy

et al. 2023

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Background: The incidence of Voluntary Termination of Pregnancy (VTP) is an important indicator of unplanned pregnancies and the differences in the functioning of contraceptive services and the effectiveness of their use. Its analysis is essential for monitoring the well-being of women and their partners. Our aim was to analyse the socio-demographic profile of women who request voluntary termination of pregnancy in the province of Salamanca, as well as their satisfaction with the intervention and its influence on their contraceptive methods. Methods: An intervention study (before-after) designed without a control group, including all women requesting a voluntary termination of pregnancy through the Salamanca Public Health System. Socio-demographic and reproductive health variables were used. After the termination of pregnancy, a satisfaction survey and analysis of consequences were carried out. Results: A total of 176 surveys were obtained. Women who underwent VTP in Salamanca were between 20 and 25 years old, had secondary education but were still studying or working, lived alone and had no children. The most commonly used contraceptive method was the condom (55%), followed by the pill (25%). The most frequent reason for termination of pregnancy was economic (47.7%). The abortion entailed a significant change in contraception. Whereas before the abortion only 34% used a hormonal method, 66% were willing to use one afterwards (p = 0.006). Conclusion: Reproductive health education needs to be improved so that couples use reliable contraceptive methods appropriately. Although women are generally satisfied with the care received during abortion, they would prefer better accessibility to the procedure and more comprehensive information about the process from a neutral stance.

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