Instruction and follow-up of contraceptive methods after abortion

Abstract

Objective To explore the establishment of a pattern of instruction and follow-up of contraception to correct contraceptive use, especially short-acting contraceptives, reducing the incidence of unwanted pregnancy. Methods 102 women who required abortion and contraception for 2 years at our clinic were included in this study. The preoperative preparation included consulting services, reproductive health education, instruction and seletion of contraceptive use, and close follow-up. Results 16 women received immediate placement of IUD after abortion; one used comdoms and 86 used short-acting contraception six months after IUD removal. 6 women received IUD placement within 6 months. No unwanted pregnancy occurred in all the women except follow-up was lost in one women. Conclusions The post-abortion clients lies the timing, informed choice of contraceptive methods, timely implementation of long- or short-acting contraceptive methods, and regular family planning service networks, and close follow-up. Thereby the awareness of contra- ceptive methods is increased to improve the contraceptive efficiency and reduce the incidence of unwanted pregnancy. Key words: Post-abortion clients; Contraception; Instruction of contraception; Follow-up