Why intrauterine device (IUD) utilization is low in southwestern Ethiopia. A mixed-method study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a highly effective long-acting and reversible contraceptive method widely available around the world. However, only a small proportion of women in developing countries, including Ethiopia, are currently using the method. Therefore, this study aimed to identify why IUD utilization is low in southwestern Ethiopia.

Material and methods

A mixed-method study involving health facilities and communities was conducted. The focus group discussions and key informant interviewees for the qualitative study were selected purposively, whereas 844 women family planning users were selected using systematic random sampling from November 1-30, 2020. Quantitative data was collected using Open Data Kit and analyzed using Stata version 16.0. Multivari

SUBMITTER: Amenu D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10333665 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature