| Autor: |
Lapresa-Alcalde MV; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Virgen de la Concha, 49022 Zamora, Spain., Cubo AM; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Universitario de Salamanca, University of Salamanca, Institute for Biomedical Research of Salamanca (IBSAL), 37007 Salamanca, Spain., Alonso-Sardón M; Preventive Medicine and Public Health Area, University of Salamanca, Institute for Biomedical Research of Salamanca (IBSAL), Tropical Disease Research Centre of the University of Salamanca (CIETUS), 37008 Salamanca, Spain., Doyague-Sánchez MJ; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Universitario de Salamanca, University of Salamanca, Institute for Biomedical Research of Salamanca (IBSAL), 37007 Salamanca, Spain. |
| Abstrakt: |
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. |
