FACTORS INFLUENCING UTILIZATION OF INTRA-UTERINE CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICE AMONG WOMEN IN ADDIS ABABA ETHIOPIA

Peter Thomas Sandy; Azwihangwisi Helen Mavhandu-Mudzusi; Berhanu Tamir Tirfe; B Mundeta

doi:10.25159/2520-5293/44

Authors

Peter Thomas Sandy University of South Africa
Azwihangwisi Helen Mavhandu-Mudzusi University of South Africa Department of Health Studies
Berhanu Tamir Tirfe University of South Africa
B Mundeta Voluntary Service Overseas Regional AIDS Initiative for Southern Africa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25159/2520-5293/44

Abstract

Intra-uterine contraceptive device is one of the safest, most effective and least expensive contraceptives available in the world. It is a reversible contraceptive claimed to be better or more effective for pregnancy prevention than female sterilization, injectables and implants because once inserted, it is convenient and maintenance free.Â Intra-uterine contraceptive device is used worldwide by 14% of married women. However, it is noted that the percentage of women using this devise in Africa is only 1% which is the lowest in the world. The purpose of this study was to explore factors influencing utilization of intra-uterine contraceptive device among family planning clients in Addis Ababa. The study was based on a quantitative, cross sectional descriptive design approach. Data was collected using structured questionnaires administered by trained interviewers to a total of 366 family planning clients. Data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences research version 19. The findings indicated that the level of education, occupation, parity and fertility plan have significant (p<0.05) association with utilization of Intra-uterine contraceptive device. There is a link between socio-demographic aspects and the utilization of Intra-uterine contraceptive device. There is low utilization of Intra-uterine contraceptive device by family planning clients at Addis Ababa as compared to other method of contraceptives. It is further noted that community members lack awareness and knowledge of the benefit and side effects of the device. Therefore, community members need education to promote adherence and effective use of Intra-uterine contraceptive device.

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Author Biographies

Peter Thomas Sandy, University of South Africa

Department of Health Studies

Associate Professor

Azwihangwisi Helen Mavhandu-Mudzusi, University of South Africa Department of Health Studies

Department of Health Studies, Associate Professor

Berhanu Tamir Tirfe, University of South Africa

Deparment of Health Studies,

MPH Graduate

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