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The Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition
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ISSN: 1606-0997 EISSN: 1606-0997
Vol. 31, No. 3, 2013, pp. 376-387
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Bioline Code: hn13045
Full paper language: English
Document type: Research Article
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The Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition, Vol. 31, No. 3, 2013, pp. 376-387
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Abortion Clients of a Public-sector Clinic and a Non-governmental Organization Clinic in Nepal
Thapa, Shyam & Neupane, Shailes
Abstract
This paper investigates similarities and differences between abortion clients of a public-sector clinic and a
non-governmental organization (NGO) clinic in Nepal. In 2010, a survey of 1,172 women was conducted
in two highly-attended abortion clinics in Kathmandu—one public-sector clinic and another operated
by an NGO. Data on the sociodemographic characteristics of clients, their fertility preferences, and use of
contraceptives were analyzed. Similarities and differences between the two groups of clients were examined
by either chi-square or t-test. The clients of the two clinics were similar with respect to age (27.3±5.7 years),
education (26.5% had no education), and number of living children (1.88±1.08). They differed with regard
to contraceptive practice, the circumstances resulting in unintended pregnancy, and future fertility preferences.
Just over 50% clients of the public and 35% clients of the NGO clinic reported use of contraceptives
surrounding the time of unintended pregnancy. The groups also differed in the contraceptive methods
used and in reasons for not using any method. The NGO clinic contributed principally to expanding the
availability of and access to abortion services.
Keywords
Abortion; Contraception; NGO clinic; Public clinic; Nepal
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