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Women's satisfaction with medical termination.

M E Maaita1, C Prasarman, J Smith

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bedford Hospital, Cygnet Wing, South Wing, Kempston Road, Bedford MK42 9DJ, UK.

The British Journal of Family Planning
|May 6, 1999
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Medical termination of pregnancy satisfaction was high among 100 women surveyed. However, improvements are needed in counselling and contraceptive support, especially for those with prior abortions.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Medical Gynaecology

Background:

  • Medical termination of pregnancy is a common procedure.
  • Patient satisfaction is a key indicator of quality of care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess patient experience and satisfaction with medical termination of pregnancy.
  • To identify areas for improvement in service delivery.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was administered to 100 women aged 14-43 undergoing medical termination of pregnancy.
  • Satisfaction was measured using a visual analogue scale (0-10).
  • Demographic data and previous termination history were recorded.

Main Results:

  • Overall satisfaction with the medical termination method was high (mean score 8.19).
Keywords:
Abortion SeekersAbortion SurveysAbortion, Drug InducedAbortion, InducedBehaviorClinic ActivitiesCounseling--womenDeveloped CountriesEuropeFamily PlanningFertility Control, PostconceptionNorthern EuropeOrganization And AdministrationProgram ActivitiesProgramsPsychological FactorsResearch ReportSatisfactionUnited KingdomWomen

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  • High appreciation was noted for nursing staff care.
  • Counselling and choice of method received lower scores, indicating a need for enhancement.
  • Eighty-five percent of participants had a previous termination, with 30% having had two or more.

    • Conclusions:

    • The medical method for pregnancy termination is generally well-received by patients.
    • There is a significant need for enhanced contraceptive counselling pre- and post-termination.
    • Improving counselling services and method choice options is recommended to optimize patient care.