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Table 1 Descriptive characteristics of the documents and content information about abortion and Zika

From: The Zika epidemic and abortion in Latin America: a scoping review

Content information

n (%)

Discussed ethical considerations about Zika, CZS and abortion

20 (74)

Considered postponing pregnancy to be a viable option to decrease the burden of CZS

7 (19)

Considered abortion to be a viable option to decrease the burden of CZS

31 (86)

Advocated for changes in Zika surveillance systems

8 (22)

Advocated for changes in antenatal screening/care for CZS

9 (25)

Discussed family planning/contraception options (aside from pregnancy delay) for CZS management

26 (72)

Explicitly discussed and/or advocated for changes in abortion policy due to Zika/CZS

31 (86)