Introduction:

This research aimed to determine the factors associated with the early removal of Jadelle® in the users who are part of the family planning program at ESE Santiago of Tunja. This is a relevant study aim to identify the reasons and causes of removal which should be inform by health professionals to women in order to achieve a better understanding and acceptance of adverse effects, avoiding early removal of the implant.

Methods:

Descriptive, quantitative, cross-sectional study. The information was collected by analyzing medical records of 678 subjects who removed the Jadelle® between July 2013 and June 2017.

Results:

The percentage of the implant early removal was 36.8%, there was a greater amount of removals during the period between 24 and 30 months and 36 and 42 months of use. The main cause of removal was associated with the presence of an adverse reaction produce by the device, mainly dysfunctional uterine bleeding.

Conclusion:

The use of Jadelle® is common, especially in young women. The continuity rate of this device can be increased if the factors associated with early removal are detected and monitored, especially adverse reactions.

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