Socio-clinical profile of women receiving comprehensive abortion care

Abstract

Introduction: Comprehensive abortion care (CAC)is an intervention proven to prevent maternal death or injury. Disrupted health systems, limited contraception, and a higher instance of sexual violence cause an increase in the number of unintended pregnancies and demand for safe abortion. One of the leading causes of maternal mortality and morbidity is unsafe abortion. 8% of the maternal mortality is contributed by unsafe abortion.  Aim & Objective: To identify reasons for seeking CAC services, socio-clinical profile of its users, its effectiveness, acceptance at the level of users and complication.  Observation: 65% of patient were educated & were lying between 9th standard to 12th class. Only 0.4% was illiterate among the women receiving CAC. Mean age of patient receiving CAC was 29 years. 25.9% underwent medical method of abortion; maximum patients 46.9% patients did not receive any contraception. 73.8% of patients underwent abortion without complication.   Conclusion: Post-abortion care is an opportunity for healthcare professionals to provide education, discuss fertility needs and the need for contraception with women seeking abortion so that appropriate decisions can be taken for suitable family planning.