The state of hormonal contraception today: Benefits and risks of hormonal contraceptives: Progestin-only contraceptives

Anne E. Burke

doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2011.04.033

The state of hormonal contraception today: Benefits and risks of hormonal contraceptives: Progestin-only contraceptives

Anne E. Burke

School of Medicine

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Abstract

The progestin component of hormonal contraceptives accounts for most of their contraceptive effects. Several dosage forms of progestin-only contraceptives have been developed, including pills, injectables, implants, and intrauterine devices. Emergency contraceptives may also contain progestin only and are indicated for prevention of pregnancy following unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure. Each form has benefits, some specific to the form. An understanding of benefits and risks allows clinicians a wider choice when recommending effective hormonal contraception.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	S14-S17
Journal	American journal of obstetrics and gynecology
Volume	205
Issue number	4 SUPPL.
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajog.2011.04.033
State	Published - Oct 2011

Keywords

emergency contraception
etonogestrel
levonorgestrel
medroxyprogesterone acetate
norethindrone

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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The state of hormonal contraception today: Benefits and risks of hormonal contraceptives: Progestin-only contraceptives

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