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Prevalence and determinants of unintended pregnancy in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies.

Muluneh AleneLeltework YismawYebelay BerelieBekalu KassieReta YeshambelMoges Agazhe Assemie
Published in: PloS one (2020)
In this study, the prevalence of unintended pregnancy was high. Lack of spousal communication, never using family planning, maternal education, and household wealth level were significantly associated with an unintended pregnancy. This study implies the need to develop plans and policies to improve the awareness of contraceptive utilization and strengthen spousal communication related to pregnancy.
Keyphrases
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • preterm birth
  • risk factors
  • public health
  • birth weight
  • weight gain