The most Preferred Method of Contraception by Libyan women
Keywords:
Methods of contraception, Libya, Combined Oral ContraceptionAbstract
Several methods are used as tools for family planning and to avoid unintended pregnancies.
It is important for healthcare providers to consider various factors when discussing
contraceptive options with patients. This study explored the most commonly preferred
methods pf contraception by Libyan women. A short questionnaire was sent through a link
to Google forms website to 48 Libyan doctors. According to these participants, the majority
of Libyan women preferred Combined Oral Contraception (COC) as a method of
sterilization prevention. Age of the women and number of children as well as women’
education were the most significant factors that influence selection of the contraception
method. Results of the current study emphasized the need for more family education
programs that provide more details about new methods of contraception as Libyan women
seems to use more traditional methods of contraception.
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