Contraceptive needs and fertility intentions of women with breast cancer in Cape Town, South Africa: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

No known studies have been undertaken in South Africa exploring the contraceptive and fertility needs and preferences of women of reproductive age (18-49) diagnosed with breast cancer. This study set out to understand the contraceptive needs and fertility intentions of women with breast cancer in Cape Town, South Africa.

Methods

Qualitative in-depth interviews were conducted with 24 women diagnosed with breast cancer and 4 health care providers at a tertiary hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. We explored contraceptive use prior to diagnosis; the impact of breast cancer on future fertility intentions and contraceptive use; understanding of suitable contraceptive methods during and after treatment and women's fertility related counseling needs during their continu

SUBMITTER: Harries J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7539427 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature