Linking Family Planning with Postabortion Services in Egypt: Testing the Feasibility, Acceptability and Effectiveness of Two Models of Integration


 
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English

Author:

Youssef H et al.

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FRONTIERS Program

Pages:

59

Description:

This research study was undertaken to test the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of two models of integrating family planning services with postabortion services. The first model involves provision of family planning counseling to postabortion patients and referral to a clinic near their residence to receive a method. The second model offers family planning methods to postabortion patients who are interested in immediate initiation of contraception. A companion study investigated pain management perceptions and practices of Egyptian patients and providers in relation to postabortion care in different types hospitals. [adapted from author]

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Geographic Focus

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