What Have We Learned? Implementation of a Shared Learning Agenda and Access Strategy for the Hormonal Intrauterine Device.

ABSTRACT: In 2015, a global learning agenda for the hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) was developed with priority research questions regarding use of the method in low- and middle-income countries. In addition, members of the Hormonal IUD Access Group aligned on a strategy to expand access in the context of volunteerism and contraceptive method choice. This article synthesizes evidence generated since then and describes steps taken to address demand- and supply-side barriers to access. Findings demonstrated high continuation rates and satisfaction among hormonal IUD users that are comparable to other long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs). Across studies, a sizable number of users reported they would have chosen a short-acting method or no method at all if the hormonal IUD were not an option

SUBMITTER: Rademacher KH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9622288 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature