Table 1 Reasons for contraceptive implant removal
Variables | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|
Overall discontinuation n = 600 | |
After 36 months Before 36 months | 360 (60.0) 240 (40.0) |
Reasons for removal before 36 months n = 240 Side effects Change in fertility interest Gender based violence Others | n (%) 107(44.6) 93(38.6) 15(6.3) 25(10.4) |
Reasons for early removal before 18 months n = 175 Side effects Change in fertility interest Gender based violence Others* | n (%) 90(51.4) 53(30.3) 15(8.6) 17(9.7) |