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  • Medical Abortion
  • Contraception

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  • Modern contraception, including long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC), is crucial for postabortion care.
  • A trial showed immediate IUD insertion after second-trimester medical abortion increased use but also expulsion rates.
  • This study explores implementation factors for immediate IUD provision.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore barriers and facilitators to immediate IUD insertion after second-trimester medical abortion.
  • To understand contraceptive decision-making among women undergoing medical abortion.
  • To assess the impact of context and trial activities on service provision.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative study conducted alongside a randomized controlled trial.
  • In-depth interviews with 14 healthcare staff and 24 study participants.
  • Triangulated thematic analysis of transcribed interviews.

Main Results:

  • Contraceptive counseling improved knowledge and increased demand for IUDs.
  • Women preferred immediate IUD insertion due to convenience, privacy, and established connections with staff.
  • Healthcare staff generally favored immediate insertion, but adherence required reinforcement.

Conclusions:

  • Both women and healthcare staff prefer immediate IUD insertion post-second-trimester medical abortion.
  • Effective service delivery necessitates structures for timely insertion, continuity of care, and reduced loss to follow-up.
  • Staff training is essential to ensure competence and consistent provision of immediate IUDs.