Adolescent experiences of pregnancy in low-and middle-income countries: a meta-synthesis of qualitative studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Fertility rates among adolescents have fallen globally, yet the greatest incidence remains in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). Gaining insight into adolescents needs and experiences of pregnancy will help identify if context specific services meet their needs and how to optimise pregnancy experiences. A meta-synthesis of qualitative studies considering adolescent experiences of pregnancy in LMICs has not yet been published.

Aim

To synthesise available qualitative evidence to provide greater understanding of the needs and experiences of adolescents who become pregnant in low-and middle-income countries.

Methods

An extensive search utilised six databases and citations searching. Studies were included if they were of a qualitative or mixed methods desi

SUBMITTER: Crooks R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9469636 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature