[Induced abortion in China: problems and interventions]

Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue Bao. 2010 Oct;32(5):479-82. doi: 10.3881/j.issn.1000-503X.2010.05.001.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Pooled literatures showed that the induced abortion in China faces many problems:the number of induced abortion remains large; most cases are young and nulliparity women; the frequency of abortion is high; and the interval between one and another abortion is short. Health promotion strategies should be applied to address these problems. It is important to increase the population's awareness of contraception,especially among nulliparity and migrant populations. Routine and effective contraceptive methods should be recommended and emphasized during induced abortion and delivery to lower the rate of induced abortion.

Publication types

  • Editorial
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Abortion, Induced / statistics & numerical data*
  • China
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Pregnancy