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  • Abortion incidence is a function of unintended pregnancies and termination rates.
  • Declining desired family sizes increase exposure to unintended pregnancy risk.
  • Contraceptive use has risen, but termination propensity has also increased globally.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the factors influencing abortion incidence.
  • To understand the interplay between unintended pregnancy and abortion decision-making.
  • To examine the role of contraceptive method choice in abortion rates.

Main Methods:

  • Review of global data on pregnancy intentions and contraceptive use.
  • Analysis of trends in abortion rates and their correlation with demographic factors.
  • Examination of reasons for non-contraceptive use and method preferences.

Main Results:

  • A majority of abortions result from the non-use of contraceptives.
  • Side effects and health concerns are significant barriers to contraceptive use.
  • Highly effective contraceptive methods (sterilization, implants, IUDs) are underutilized despite their efficacy.

Conclusions:

  • Contraceptive method choice is increasingly critical in preventing unintended pregnancies and abortions.
  • Promoting the uptake of long-acting, reversible contraceptives (LARCs) and sterilization is essential.
  • Addressing barriers to effective contraception is key to reducing abortion rates.