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- Title
USAGE DES MEDICAMENTS A DES FINS ABORTIVES CHEZ LES ADOLESCENTES COIFFEUSES ET COUTURIERES DANS UNE BANLIEUE DE LOME.
- Authors
E., Badjabaissi; A., Diallo; M., Yerima; M., Assih; O. B., Tchagbele; F. A., Gbeassor-Komlanvi; Y., Douti Yendine; K., Eklu-Gadegkeku
- Abstract
The use of drugs is not solely determined by its therapeutic properties but refers to diversions of these properties. Objective: To assess the level of knowledge of the diversion of drugs for abortifacient purposes among hairdressers and seamstresses of the suburb of Togblékopé. Material and method: We conducted a cross-sectional study among hairdressers and seamstresses living in Togblékopé, a suburb on the outskirts of the city of Lomé. Results: Of the 114 respondents, 74.6% knew that drugs were diverted for abortion, mostly among older young people, singles and apprentices. In addition, 70.6% reported having at least once attended a drug abortion by someone. Thus, drugs such as paracetamol, chloroquine and acetylsalicylic acid have been reported for abortifacient purposes' diversion, most often purchased on the street and responsible for serious side effects. Conclusion: This study has highlighted the knowledge of drugs' use for abortifacient purposes among hairdressers and seamstresses. It is necessary to carry out actions that will aim at teaching the risks of drug intoxication and reduce the risk of pregnancy through family planning.
- Publication
Mali Médical, 2021, Vol 36, Issue 1, p44
- ISSN
0464-7874
- Publication type
Article