An individual randomised controlled trial (RCT) to evaluate the effectiveness of a voice-based mobile phone health (mHealth) intervention to support post-abortion family planning (PAFP) at four Marie Stopes International clinics in Cambodia. The study seeks to address the research question: does a PAFP mHealth intervention increase use of contraception in Cambodia? STUDY RESULTS: http://www.who.int/bulletin/online\_first/en/
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
500
Automated voice message to support post-abortion contraception use every two weeks for total of three months. Direct follow up phone call by family planning counsellor depending on response to voice message.
Marie Stopes International
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Use of a Effective Contraceptive Method at Four-months Post-abortion
Self-reported use of pill, coil, implant or injection for all participants. Objective measurement of contraceptive use for participants from one clinic.
Time frame: 4 months
Pregnancy
Time frame: 4 months
Repeat Abortion
Time frame: 4 months
Contraceptive Discontinuation
Time frame: 4 months
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.