Assessing trends and reasons for unsuccessful implant discontinuation in Burkina Faso and Kenya between 2016 and 2020: a cross-sectional study.

Katherine TumlinsonLeigh SenderowiczBrooke W BullingtonStephanie ChungEmilia GolandLinnea A ZimmermanPeter GichangiMary ThiongoGeorges Guiellanull nullCelia Karp

Published in: BMJ open (2023)

Unsuccessful implant discontinuation has decreased in recent years. Despite progress, substantial numbers of women desire having their contraceptive implant removed but are unable to do so. Greater attention to health systems barriers preventing implant removal is imperative to protect reproductive autonomy and ensure women can achieve their reproductive goals.

Keyphrases

soft tissue
polycystic ovary syndrome
physical activity
working memory
type diabetes
risk factors
metabolic syndrome
public health
breast cancer risk