Factors contributing to underutilisation of intrauterine contraceptive device at Kamuzu Central Hospital family planning clinic Lilongwe Malawi

dc.contributor.authorPhiri, Jennipher
dc.date.accessioned2022-03-29T09:12:26Z
dc.date.available2022-03-29T09:12:26Z
dc.date.issued2010-11-01
dc.description.abstractAIM: This study mainly aimed at exploring the possible factors contributing to underutilization of IUCD among women attending Family Planning clinic at KCH, Lilongwe, Malawi. METHODOLOGY: This was a descriptive exploratory qualitative study on factors contributing to underutilization of IUCD among women attending Family Planning clinic at KCH, Lilongwe, Malawi. The sample was taken from clients who had not chosen IUCD. Convenience sampling was used with a sample of 10 women. Data was collected using an interview guide designed by the researcher where participants were interview for 15-20 minutes. Data was analysed manually. FINDINGS: The study revealed that various factors contribute to underutilization of IUCD at KCH, family planning clinic. The study revealed that participants have little knowledge on IUCD mainly on how it achieves the desired function. Negative attitudes and perceptions toward IUCD also have resulted in underutilization. This is due to inadequate information giving to clients mainly during their first contact at family planning clinic. The study also revealed that complications that other women face when using IUCD have acted as barriers and challenges to other women to go for IUCD. The participants felt that improved and early follow up visits may bring a positive impact on IUCD utilization because the rate of coping with side effects may increase. RECOMMENDATIONS: Basing on the findings of the study the researcher recommends that pre-counseling to every new client, on all methods of contraceptives should be instituted, providers need to be proactive in discussing the IUCD and clarifying misconceptions about the method and finally specialized training for all health workers in family planning communication skills would lead to the community's motivation towards IUCD utilization.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttp://nkhokwe.kuhes.ac.mw/handle/20.500.12845/136
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherKamuzu University of Health Sciencesen_US
dc.titleFactors contributing to underutilisation of intrauterine contraceptive device at Kamuzu Central Hospital family planning clinic Lilongwe Malawien_US
dc.typeOtheren_US
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