Comprehensive Care for Safe Abortion: An Integrated and Person-Centered Approach
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https://doi.org/10.71068/3qz4yh28Keywords:
Safe abortion, Reproductive health, Person-centered care, Accessibility, Clinical quality, Autonomy, Gender equityAbstract
This study examines the structural, clinical, and psychosocial determinants of comprehensive abortion care in Mexico and Peru, highlighting the influence of legal frameworks and institutional capacity on the quality and accessibility of services. Through a cross-sectional comparative analysis, five core dimensions were evaluated: accessibility and timeliness, clinical quality, psychosocial and informational support, patient autonomy and satisfaction, and institutional coordination. Results demonstrated that Mexico achieved higher integration and alignment with World Health Organization (WHO) standards, reflected in improved accessibility (82%), clinical quality (89%), and patient satisfaction (90%), whereas Peru showed lower performance across most dimensions due to restrictive legislation, limited coordination, and persistent stigma. The findings emphasize that safe abortion is not solely a clinical intervention but a multidimensional public health responsibility that integrates ethics, human rights, and gender equity. The study concludes that legal reform, professional training, and system coordination are essential to achieving equitable, person-centered abortion care in Latin America. By aligning national policies with WHO’s framework and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), countries can ensure that abortion care becomes both a health right and a reflection of social justice.
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