“Sometimes you have knowledge but lack the equipment to save a life”: perspectives on health system barriers to post-abortion care in Liberia and Sierra Leone

Despite existing policies and interventions on post-abortion, many health facilities in Liberia and Sierra Leone lack essential post-abortion care equipment and supplies and trained providers. There is a need to recruit and train willing providers, along with a clear referral system. Further, sensitizing health providers, stakeholders, and communities on abortion-related policies, guidelines, and value clarification could help improve post-abortion care service provision and uptake.