Prevalence and determinants of pregnancy termination in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Henok Kumsa Meikena Esuyawkal Kasahun Mislu Mulugeta Wodaje Arage Atitegeb Abera KidieTilahun HailuLebeza Alemu Tenaw

Published in: BMJ open (2024)

One in five women terminated their pregnancies, which is higher than in other sub-Saharan countries. Being a student, irregular menstrual bleeding, early initiation of sexual intercourse and multiple sexual partners were determinants of pregnancy termination. Special attention is needed in avoiding early sexual initiation and in reducing sexual risk behaviours.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
preterm birth
mental health
risk factors
polycystic ovary syndrome
type diabetes
working memory
gestational age
skeletal muscle
metabolic syndrome
high school