Early contraceptive discontinuation and associated factors among married women initiating long-acting and short-acting contraceptives in humanitarian settings in Ethiopia: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract

A high rate of early contraceptive discontinuation was documented among refugee women, with a higher discontinuation rate among SAC acceptors. To improve contraceptive service provision and maintain continuous use of the methods initiated, targeted interventions, such as improved counselling and promotion of long-acting contraceptive methods, especially among urban refugee women, are crucial.