Understanding barriers to preferred contraceptive methods in low-resource areas
Non-Preferred Contraceptive Method Use in Low-Resourced Settings: Exploring Inappropriate Medical Contraindications and Person-Centered Care
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-10903358
This study is looking into the unnecessary hurdles women encounter when trying to get the birth control they want, especially in places with fewer resources, and aims to make it easier for them to access their preferred options so they can feel happier with their family planning choices.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10903358 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the unnecessary medical barriers that women face when trying to access their preferred contraceptive methods in low-resource settings. It focuses on identifying inappropriate medical contraindications (IMCs) that prevent eligible women from receiving the contraceptives they want, often without a valid medical reason. By employing social accountability interventions, the study aims to reduce the use of non-preferred contraceptive methods and improve overall satisfaction with family planning services. The research will gather data on the frequency and nature of these barriers to inform better practices in contraceptive care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women living in low-resource settings who are seeking contraceptive care and may have faced barriers to accessing their preferred methods.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking contraceptive care or who live in high-resource settings may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to preferred contraceptive methods for women in low-resource settings, ultimately reducing unwanted pregnancies and enhancing maternal and child health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing medical barriers to contraceptive access can lead to significant improvements in family planning outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CHUNG, STEPHANIE ROSLYN-ISABELLE — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: CHUNG, STEPHANIE ROSLYN-ISABELLE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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