Uptake and determinants of post-partum intra-uterine contraceptive device use among women in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa: A prospective cohort study

Upkar Budhram Gungapursad, Mala Panday

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the uptake of the post-partum intra-uterine contraceptive device (PPIUD) and characteristics of women choosing PPIUD. The authors evaluated safety, efficacy and satisfaction following PPIUD insertion via a prospective cohort study.  276 pregnant women (age: 16-50 years) gave informed consent and received a PPIUD. Follow up was between 6-8 weeks postpartum. The mean age was 25.8 years with 74.9% being gravida 2-4. The follow up rate was 60.5%. PPIUD was found to be safe and acceptable with 79.6% of participants experiencing no side effects and 74.3% expressing high satisfaction. No pregnancies were reported. Expulsions (n=15) were not associated with gravidity, parity, gestational age or medical and surgical risk factors. (p-value >0.05). PPIUD is a safe, effective and acceptable form of contraception. Participants experienced few side effects and high satisfaction. Low follow-up is a concern. (Afr J Reprod Health 2022; 26[2]: 126-136).

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