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The use effectiveness of the copper T‐200 in Matlab, Bangladesh
Author(s) -
Rob U.,
Phillips J.F.,
Chakraborty J.,
Koenig M.A.
Publication year - 1987
Publication title -
international journal of gynecology and obstetrics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.895
H-Index - 97
eISSN - 1879-3479
pISSN - 0020-7292
DOI - 10.1016/0020-7292(87)90292-x
Subject(s) - medicine , complaint , pill , family planning , weakness , copper , population , obstetrics , surgery , environmental health , nursing , research methodology , organic chemistry , chemistry , political science , law
Using a unique record keeping system, the use effectiveness of the Copper T‐200 is examined in rural Bangladesh. In Matlab the Copper T‐200 is a highly effective contraceptive modality. The adopters are typically low to medium parity women under 30 years of age. The most important cause of termination among women in the study was voluntary removal of the device. The complaint most often reported was bleeding followed by pain and weakness. The Matlab experience suggests that sustained motivation and regular resupply are the two key components of this highly successful family planning program.