scholarly journals Choice of temporary contraception based on client’s demographic status and parity

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Benju Pandit
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Contraceptive Method ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Hospital Record ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Contraceptive Service ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
To Receive

Aim: To analyse the demographic factors and parity in women influencing choice of contraceptive methods. Methods: This is a hospital record based retrospective study at Bhaktapur hospital, a tertiary hospital in a span of 6 months from October 2020 to March 2021. Data were collected from medical record and descriptive analysis was done. Results: There were 142 women taking contraceptive service in six months.Implant was the most commonly used method of contraception (48%), followed by the IUCD (26%), Injectable (16%) and OCP (10%). Age group of 20-39 had more acceptance of contraception as compared to adolescent and women above 40. More the parity more usage of long acting reversible contraception was found. Conclusion: The most common contraceptive method used among women was implant. Client having two or more children are more to receive long acting contraception.

scholarly journals Prevalence of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods among married population in a selected rural community

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 93-99
Author(s):  
Md Nasir Uddin ◽  
Rowshan Ara
Keyword(s):  
Side Effects ◽  
Rural Community ◽  
Contraceptive Method ◽  
Secondary Level ◽  
Armed Forces ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Long Acting

Introduction: Contraception is an essential method for reducing fertility rate. The long-acting and permanent contraceptive methods can adversely affect the health of the mother and the child. Objectives: The study was conducted to assess the prevalence of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods among married population in a selected rural community of Gazipur District. Methods: This was a descriptive type of cross sectional study conducted to explore the prevalence of long acting and permanent contraceptive methods among the adult married population in the rural community of Mulaid village under Telihati union of Sreepur Upazilla under Gazipur District. Sample size was 372 and purposive sampling technique was followed for data collection which was done by face to face interview using semi structured questionnaire. The data was analyzed by SPSS 16 software. Results: Majority (64.5%) of the respondents were female. Highest number of male respondents (44.7%) were in 20 to 30 years age group and highest number of the female respondents (45.0%) were in 15 to 25 years age group. Maximum male respondents (18.9%) were educated up to secondary level and maximum female respondents (29.6%) were educated up to secondary level. Out of total 372 respondents, 92% (344) were aware about contraceptive methods and 74.2% (277) of them used different kinds of contraceptive methods. 93 JAFMC Bangladesh. Vol 9, No 2 (December) 2013 Among them 75% (209) used short acting contraceptives, while 17% (48) used long acting contraceptives and 8% (21) used permanent methods. Out of 48 long acting contraceptive method users, maximum (64.6%) used Injection, 29.2% (14) used Implants and 6.2% (3) used I.U.C.D. Among permanent contraceptive methods users, 81.0% (17) used tubectomy and 19% (4) used vasectomy. Out of all Long Acting and Permanent Contraceptive Methods (LAPM) users, percentage of injection was 45% (27), I.U.C.D 5% (3), implant 20% (12) tubectomy 23.33% (14) and vasectomy 6.6% (4). Among the long acting method users(n=48), percentage of injection and implant usage were highest (injection: 60%--18, implant: 26.6%--8) among the respondents having more than two children and percentage of I.U.C.D. usage was highest i.e. 7.6%(3) among the respondents with two or less than two living children. Regarding side effects, among 66.6%(32) of long acting contraceptive method users, maximum i.e. 37.5%(12) mentioned amenorrhea and rest of the respondent(20) mentioned different side effects such as excessive menstruation, irregular menstruation, weight gain etc. Conclusion: Use of long term and permanent contraceptive methods among people is increasing day by day and this use increases with higher level of education, awareness and social and economic status. Still there is a need to intensify information; education, communication activities and this motivate the people to adopt long term and permanent contraceptive methods. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/jafmc.v9i2.21846 Journal of Armed Forces Medical College Bangladesh Vol.9(2) 2013

Challenges in Antenatal Corticosteroid Prescribing: A Retrospective Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 327-333
Author(s):  
Shannon Armstrong-Kempter ◽  
Lucinda Beech ◽  
Sarah J. Melov ◽  
Adrienne Kirby ◽  
Roshini Nayyar
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Obstetric Care ◽  
Patient Characteristics ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
Optimal Timing ◽  
Prescribing Practices ◽  
Antenatal Corticosteroids ◽  
Term Infants ◽  
Preterm Premature Rupture ◽  
To Receive

Background: The discovery of the benefits of antenatal corticosteroids (ACS) for preterm infants was one of the most significant developments in obstetric care. However, due to the difficulty in predicting preterm delivery, optimal use of ACS, is challenging. Objective: To describe prescribing practices for antenatal corticosteroids (ACS) at a tertiary hospital over five years to determine whether ACS were received at optimal timing; to determine patient characteristics of women receiving ACS at optimal timing; to determine patient characteristics of those who did not receive ACS as indicated and to examine the trend in ACS prescribing over the study period. Methods: We performed a retrospective study of all deliveries from January 2011 to December 2015. The rates of ACS prescription for each group of women (preterm, late preterm, and term) were recorded and analysed. Results: A total of 65% of women who delivered before 34 weeks’ gestation received ACS. Of these women, 63% delivered within 7 days of receiving ACS. Women most likely to receive ACS with optimal timing were primiparous (relative risk [RR], 1.25 [CI, 1.08-1.45]), or women diagnosed with pre-eclampsia (RR, 1.34 [CI 1.10-1.63]), preterm premature rupture of membranes (RR, 1.33 [CI, 1.15-1.54]) or threatened preterm labour (RR, 1.42 [CI, 1.22-1.65]). Conclusion: A significant number of women and babies are exposed to ACS without commensurate benefit, and a significant number who deliver preterm do not receive ACS. The percentage of preterm and term infants receiving ACS should be determined to optimise service delivery.

scholarly journals Systemic glucocorticoid usage in dogs under primary veterinary care in the UK: prevalence and risk factors

2019 ◽  
Vol 185 (4) ◽  
pp. 108-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
Doaa A Elkholly ◽  
Dan O’Neill ◽  
Andrea K Wright ◽  
Kennedy Mwacalimba ◽  
Laura S Nolan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Systemic Glucocorticoid ◽  
Oral Preparation ◽  
Systemic Glucocorticoids ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
The Uk ◽  
To Receive

Glucocorticoids are widely used in primary care veterinary practices. The study aimed to quantify the usage of systemic glucocorticoids (SGC) in dogs in the UK using primary care treatment records recorded during 2013 in the VetCompass Programme. From a study population of 455 557 dogs, 28 472 dogs (6.2 per cent, 95 per cent CI 6.2 to 6.3) received a total of 50 971 SGC therapy events in 2013. Prednisolone represented the most frequently used oral preparation (27 362 events, 90.0 per cent of oral events). Dexamethasone sodium phosphate was the most commonly used injectable agent (12 796 events, 62.7 per cent of injectable events). The most common breed treated was Staffordshire Bull Terriers (2236/28 472 dogs, 7.9 per cent, 95 per cent CI 7.5 to 8.2) and within-breed prevalence of SGC usage was 2236/32 635, 6.9 per cent, 95 per cent CI 6.6 to 7.1. The most commonly treated age group was dogs older than eight years (8931/28472, 31.4 per cent) and the most commonly treated bodyweight group was 10.01–20.0 kg (7918/28 472, 27.8 per cent). Dexamethasone and prednisolone were the most commonly prescribed SGC. Short-acting and intermediate-acting injectable SGC were more commonly used compared with long-acting injectable SGC. Older and medium size dogs were most likely to receive SGC and certain breeds appeared predisposed. These data can provide a useful benchmark for glucocorticoid usage and highlight the benefits from ‘Big Data’ analyses.

S258 – Rapid Intracranial Spread of ENT Infection in B-thalassaemia

2008 ◽  
Vol 139 (2_suppl) ◽  
pp. P161-P161
Author(s):  
Faiz Tanwee
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Blood Transfusion ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Full Data ◽  
Contributory Factors ◽  
Intracranial Complications ◽  
Spread Of Infection

Objectives 1) To find out the duration of onset of intracranial complications following middle ear and paranasal sinus infection in B-thalassaemia. 2) To find out the contributory factors for such complications. Methods A retrospective study of thalassaemic children who suffered from intracranial complication following ear and sinus infections between Jan '02- Oct '04, was done at a tertiary hospital Male', Maldives. Follow-up data were obtained from National Thalassaemia Centre. Patients' demographic pattern, thalassaemic status, Desferroxamine therapy, duration of the ear/nose symptom, the intracranial complications, the treatment and the outcomes were noted. We didn't include 3 patients, for whom full data were not available. Results We found the records of a series of 5 consecutive patients out of 94 thalassaemic patients which were referred with different ear and nose infections and were treated for intracranial complications. All patients were in the age group of 10–15 years. All were female. Spread of infection from the ear was more common than the spread from sinuses (3 out of 5 patients). The intracranial complications developed in these patients within few days (<5 days) of presentation in the clinic. All of the patients were on regular blood transfusion with desferroxamine therapy but none had spleenectomy. Most common organism found was klebsiella. Conclusions Persistent anaemia, repeated transfusion, iron overload, and hypersplenism are the major contributory factors for frequent infections in thalassaemics. Natural thinning of the bony cortex and remodelling of skull in thalassaemics can be considered as an additional factor for the rapid development of intracranial complications.

scholarly journals A clinical profile of leprosy patients in a tertiary hospital, Karnataka: a retrospective study

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 615
Author(s):  
Vinay K. Nirvanappa ◽  
Soumya G. Hegde
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Major Part ◽  
Health Hazard ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Mycobacterial Infection ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
Lepromatous Leprosy ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Major Health ◽  
Leprosy Patients

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Leprosy is a chronic mycobacterial infection and is still a major health hazard in India.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> This was a retrospective study over 12 years of all cases diagnosed clinically as leprosy in a tertiary hospital at Hassan district, Karnataka. Confirmation of diagnosis was based on slit skin smear and biopsy was done in doubtful cases.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Out of 214 patients, 152 were males and 62 were females. The prevalence was maximum in the age group 21-30 years. Borderline group formed the major part of the spectrum, consisting of 154 (71.96%) patients. Maximum patients 97 (45.3%) were of borderline tuberculoid (BT) leprosy, followed by 59 (27.57%) cases of borderline lepromatous leprosy (BL). 25 (11.68%) cases had tuberculoid leprosy (TT) and 20 (9.34%)cases were of lepromatous leprosy among which 3 were diagnosed as histoid leprosy. 6 patients had pure neuritic leprosy and 4 patients were in relapse.</p><p><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Even though leprosy is eliminated, it continues to be a public health problem in our country. Stricter surveillance for early diagnosis and treatment is needed to eradicate leprosy from India.</p>

scholarly journals Determinants Of Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive Methods Utilization Among Married Women Of Reproductive Age Group In Ambo Town, Oromia Region, West Ethiopia, 2016: A Case Control Study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dawit Regassa Soboka ◽  
Fasil Tessema ◽  
Mamo Nigatu
Keyword(s):  
Wealth Quintile ◽  
Married Women ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive ◽  
Control Study ◽  
Reproductive Age Group

Abstract Background Long-acting reversible contraceptive methods are highly effective, safe, convenient and cost-effective. The prevalence of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization among married women in the study area was only 10%, which is comparatively low compared to the regional and national targets. Objective To identify determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization among married women of the reproductive age group in Ambo town, 2016 Methods Community based unmatched case-control study was conducted in Ambo town among married women of reproductive age group. 140 cases and 280 controls were randomly included. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression was used to identify candidate variables and independent predictor variables respectively. Adjusted odds ratios together with their corresponding 95% CI were calculated to assess the strength of association and statistical significance. Result 139 cases and 279 controls were interviewed giving a response rate of 99%. Moderate level of knowledge on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR= 8.73, 95%CI: 3.08 - 24.77), Good level of knowledge (AOR=13.99, 95%CI:4.93-39.71), spousal discussion on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR=2.88, 95%CI:1.3-6.36), attitude toward long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR=7.07, 95% CI: 3.77-13.24), intention to give birth in the future (AOR=0.085, 95%CI: 0.36-0.20), Women from households in the poorest wealth quintile (AOR= 6.83, 95%CI: 2.68-17.38), Women from households in the medium wealth quintile (AOR=5.83, 95%CI: (2.23- 15.23) and woman’s expectation of restriction to methods use (AOR=0.34, 95%CI:0.22-0.53) were significant determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization. Conclusion & Recommendation Good knowledge, moderate knowledge, good attitude, wealth index, spousal discussion, intention to give birth in the future and woman’s expectation of restriction to method use were determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization.

scholarly journals Determinants of long acting contraceptive utilization among hiv positive reproductive age women attending care at art clinics of public health facilities in Arba Minch town, Southern Ethiopia, 2019. A case control study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Betselot Yirsaw ◽  
Feleke G Meskel ◽  
G-kiros G Michael ◽  
Tewoderos Shitemaw
Keyword(s):  
Contraceptive Method ◽  
Case Control Study ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Reproductive Age Women ◽  
Future Fertility ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
Control Study

Abstract Background: Long acting and permanent contraceptive methods by far are the most effective, very safe and convenient methods than short acting contraceptive methods. Dual protective which includes use of a reliable hormonal contraceptive method like LAPMs and a barrier method like using the male or female condom is encouraged to prevent further transmission of HIV. But in less developed countries, use of long acting reversible contraceptive or permanent methods (LARCs/PMs) is very low. Therefore the aim of this study was to identify determinants of long acting contraceptive method utilization among HIV positive reproductive age women. Methods: An institutional based case control study was conducted among random sample of 354 HIV positive reproductive age women (total of 97.8% response rate) at Anti-Retroviral Therapy clinics from February 20 to March 20, 2019. Case to control ratio was 1:2. A structured questionnaire and information recorded from ART card review were used to collect the data. Bivariate and Multivariable logistic regression analysis were performed in order to identify the factors significantly associated with long acting contraceptive method utilization at the level of significance of p value <0.25 with 95% CI of COR and <0.05 with 95% CI of AOR respectively.Results: A total of 354 (33.3% cases and 66.7% controls) HIV positive reproductive age women were interviewed with response rate of 97.8%. The study revealed being in age group of 39 and above [AOR=0.17, 95% CI (0.06, 0.48)], being divorced/separated and widowed [AOR=0.05, 95% CI (0.003, 0.61)], having supportive opinion and strongly supportive opinion regarding family planning service availability in ART clinic [AOR= 5.01, 95% CI (1.79, 14.07)], [AOR= 7.81, 95% CI (2.54, 24.01)] and having no future fertility intention [AOR= 7.03, 95% CI (2.73, 18.06)] were statistically significant determinants for long acting contraceptive method utilization.Conclusion: Woman in age group of 39 and above, having no future fertility intention and being divorced/separated and widowed was found to be determinants of long acting contraceptive method utilization among HIV positive reproductive age women. In addition our study support the WHO Strategic Considerations for Strengthening the Linkages between Family Planning and HIV/AIDS Policies, Programs, and Services. Key words: - long acting contraceptive methods, HIV positive reproductive age women, Ethiopia

scholarly journals An interactive website to aid young women’s choice of contraception: feasibility and efficacy RCT

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (56) ◽  
pp. 1-44
Author(s):  
Judith Stephenson ◽  
Julia V Bailey ◽  
Ann Blandford ◽  
Nataliya Brima ◽  
Andrew Copas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Women ◽  
Contraceptive Method ◽  
Randomised Trial ◽  
Informed Choice ◽  
Feasibility Trial ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Efficacy Trial ◽  
Long Acting

Background Effective use of contraception can reduce numbers of unintended pregnancies, but misunderstandings and concerns about contraception abound. Increasingly, women seek health-care information online. Objectives To develop an interactive website to aid informed choice of contraceptive method, including long-acting reversible contraception (Phase I), and test its effectiveness in a parallel, single-blind randomised trial (Phase II). Approval came from London – Camden & King’s Cross Research Ethics Committee (reference 17/LO/0112). Setting and participants For both phases, women aged 15–30 years were recruited from general practice, sexual health services, maternity services, community pharmacies and an abortion service. Design In Phase I, we conducted three systematic literature reviews, a review of YouTube (YouTube, LLC, San Bruno, CA, USA) videos about contraception, and focus groups and interviews with young women to explore barriers to and concerns and misperceptions about contraception. We then iteratively co-designed an interactive website, Contraception Choices [URL: www.contraceptionchoices.org (accessed June 2020)], with young women and a software company. In Phase II, we evaluated the website through a randomised trial that began as a feasibility trial. Early demand for Contraception Choices stimulated a design change from a feasibility to an efficacy trial, with follow-up for clinical outcomes at 3 and 6 months. A randomisation list was incorporated into the trial software program to allocate participants to the intervention (website) or control group (standard care). Intervention Contraception Choices is a co-designed, evidence-based, interactive website to aid informed choice of contraception. It provides information about different methods, addresses common concerns and offers tailored contraceptive options in response to individual preferences. Main outcome measures Qualitative – participant views and experience of the intervention, assessed through qualitative interviews. Quantitative primary outcomes – follow-up rate at 6 months in the initial feasibility trial, using a long-acting reversible contraception method, and satisfaction with contraceptive method at 6 months in the efficacy trial. Results A total of 927 women were randomised online to the website (n = 464) or control group (n = 463), of whom 739 (80%) provided follow-up data at 6 months [786 women (85%) provided data at 3 and/or 6 months that were included in the analysis of primary outcomes]. There was little difference between groups in the proportion using long-acting reversible contraception at 6 months [30.4% intervention vs. 31.0% control, adjusted odds ratio after imputation 0.87 (95% confidence interval 0.60 to 1.27)] or in satisfaction with contraceptive method [proportion being ‘satisfied’ or ‘very satisfied’, 82.6% intervention vs. 82.1% control, adjusted odds ratio 0.93 (95% confidence interval 0.69 to 1.25)]. Qualitative evaluation indicated highly positive views about the website and increased knowledge of contraceptive methods that could dispel misperceptions. Women appreciated having information tailored to their specific needs and felt better prepared before consultations. Limitations We did not include intermediate measures, such as knowledge of contraceptive methods, intention to change method or confidence in discussing contraception with a health-care professional, which may have indicated other benefits of using the website. In future, the website should be studied in different settings (e.g. schools and in routine practice) to see whether or not it improves the quality or efficiency of contraceptive consultations. Conclusions Our systematic review indicated wide-ranging influences on women’s use of contraception globally. The website, Contraception Choices, was very popular with young women and contraception service providers. It was not associated with statistically significant differences in use of long-acting reversible contraception or satisfaction with contraceptive method at 6 months. Trial registration Current Controlled Trials ISRCTN13247829. Funding This project was funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Health Technology Assessment programme and will be published in full in Health Technology Assessment; Vol. 24, No. 56. See the NIHR Journals Library website for further project information.

scholarly journals Determinants Of Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive Methods Utilization Among Married Women Of Reproductive Age Group In Ambo Town, Oromia Region, West Ethiopia, 2016: A Case Control Study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dawit Regassa Soboka ◽  
Fasil Tessema ◽  
Mamo Nigatu
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Wealth Quintile ◽  
Married Women ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive ◽  
Reproductive Age Group

Abstract Background: Long-acting reversible contraceptive methods are the most effective, safe, convenient and cost-effective compared to other modern contraceptive methods. The prevalence of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization among married women in the study area was only 5% out of users of all methods and eligible group, which is comparatively low compared to the regional and national targets. Objective: To identify determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization among married women of the reproductive age group in Ambo town, 2016 Methods: Community based unmatched case-control study was conducted in Ambo town among married women of reproductive age group. 140 users and 280 non-users were randomly included. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression was used to identify candidate variables and independent predictor variables respectively. Adjusted odds ratios together with their corresponding 95% CI were calculated to assess the strength of association and statistical significance. Result: 139 users and 279 non-users were interviewed giving a response rate of 99%. Moderate level of knowledge on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR= 8.73, 95%CI: 3.08 - 24.77), Good level of knowledge (AOR=13.99, 95%CI: 4.93-39.71), spousal discussion on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR=2.88, 95%CI: 1.3-6.36), positive attitude toward long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR=7.07, 95% CI: 3.77-13.24), Women from households in the poorest wealth quintile (AOR= 6.83, 95%CI: 2.68-17.38), Women from households in the medium wealth quintile (AOR=5.83, 95%CI: (2.23- 15.23) were positive determinants ,whereas intention to give birth in the future (AOR=0.09, 95%CI: 0.02- 0.36) and woman’s expectation of restriction to methods use (AOR=0.2, 95%CI: 0.08- 0.48) were negative determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization. Conclusion: Good knowledge, moderate knowledge, positive attitude, wealth index and spousal discussion were positive determinants, while intention to give birth in the future and woman’s expectation of restriction to method use were negative determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization. Stakeholders should emphasize behavioral change communication to increase knowledge on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods, strengthen inter-spousal discussion and bring a positive attitude toward long-acting reversible contraceptive methods. Keywords: long-acting reversible contraceptive methods, married women of reproductive age, Ambo town

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