Factors associated with induced abortion in Nepal: data from a nationally representative population-based cross-sectional survey

Background Despite the legalization of abortion services in 2002, unsafe abortion (abortion services conducted by persons lacking necessary skill or in substandard settings or both) continues to be a public health concern in Nepal. There is a lack of national research exploring the characteristics of women who choose to have an abortion. This study assessed abortion in Nepal and its correlates using data from a nationally representative population-based cross-sectional survey.