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Current practice of family planning in China
Author(s) -
Xiao B.L.,
Zhao B.G.
Publication year - 1997
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/s0020-7292(97)02869-5
Subject(s) - medicine , family planning , sterilization (economics) , vasectomy , emergency contraception , pill , china , family planning policy , developed country , developing country , abortion , intrauterine device , population , gynecology , family medicine , pregnancy , economic growth , nursing , environmental health , research methodology , biology , political science , law , economics , foreign exchange market , genetics , monetary economics , foreign exchange
Current practice of family planning in China is based on the population policy and strategy of the country. Comprehensive contraceptive methods are provided in family planning clinics at all levels. Among the methods used, intrauterine devices and tubal sterilization are most popular. Vasectomy is popular in some provinces. Oral pills, injectables and subdermal implants occupy a small proportion. Incidence of abortion is high due to failure of methods and unprotected intercourse. Attention is paid to the adoption of emergency contraception to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Improvement in quality of care is the key to a successful family planning program. Basic research is essential for development of new contraceptive technology.