"I may not say we really have a method, it is gambling work": knowledge and acceptability of safer conception methods among providers and HIV clients in Uganda.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-2014
Identifier
doi: 10.1080/07399332.2014.924520
Abstract
In this qualitative study, researchers assessed knowledge, acceptability, and feasibility of safer conception methods (SCM; timed unprotected intercourse [TUI], manual self-insemination, and sperm washing) among various health care providers (n = 33) and 48 HIV clients with recent or current childbearing intentions in Uganda. While several clients and providers had heard of SCM (especially TUI), few fully understood how to use the methods. All provider types expressed a desire to incorporate SCM into their practice; however, this will require training and counseling protocols, sensitization to overcome cultural norms that pose obstacles to these methods, and partner engagement (particularly by men) in safer conception counseling.
Journal Title
Health care for women international
Volume
35
Issue
7-9
First Page
896
Last Page
917
MeSH Keywords
Adult; Family Planning Services; Feasibility Studies; Female; Fertilization; HIV Infections; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Health Personnel; Humans; Intention; Interviews as Topic; Male; Middle Aged; Patient Acceptance of Health Care; Pregnancy; Qualitative Research; Sexual Partners; Uganda; Young Adult
Keywords
HIV, Safer conception methods, Uganda, Providers, Patients, Childbearing/ pregnancy, Preconception counseling, Risk reduction strategies
Recommended Citation
Finocchario-Kessler, S., Wanyenze, R., Mindry, D., Beyeza-Kashesya, J., Goggin, K., Nabiryo, C., Wagner, G. "I may not say we really have a method, it is gambling work": knowledge and acceptability of safer conception methods among providers and HIV clients in Uganda. Health care for women international 35, 896-917 (2014).
Comments
Grant support