Descriptive Study on the Characteristics of Pregnant and Postpartum Women with Problematic Psychoactive Substance Use in a Public Hospital in the Province of Buenos Aires
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Introduction: Substance use among pregnant and postpartum individuals is a growing socio-health concern, associated with multiple biopsychosocial determinants that require a comprehensive approach.
Objectives: To characterize pregnant and postpartum individuals with problematic substance use treated at a public hospital in the Province of Buenos Aires during 2022–2023.
Materials and Methods: Observational, descriptive, retrospective, cross-sectional study. Pregnant and postpartum individuals with problematic substance use who attended a public hospital in the Province of Buenos Aires were included.
Results: In 2022, tobacco use predominated (64.8%), followed by marijuana and cocaine (17.6% each), with no alcohol use reported. In 2023, an increase in cocaine use (46.3%) was observed, with lower proportions of tobacco (34.1%), marijuana (19.5%), and alcohol (2.4%).
Discussion: Findings show a shift in consumption patterns and an increase in problematic use, particularly cocaine, posing challenges for healthcare systems in terms of detection and comprehensive care.
Conclusion: An increase in problematic substance use was observed, highlighting the need to implement comprehensive, accessible, and biopsychosocially oriented strategies for the care of pregnant and postpartum individuals.
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