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Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, 2013
Although most women desire to control the size and spacing of their family, the rate of unintended pregnancy in the United States remains high, with approximately half of all pregnancies being unintended. Reducing unintended pregnancy is a national public health goal, and the increased use of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) (intrauterine ...
Anitra, Beasley, Ann, Schutt-Ainé
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Although most women desire to control the size and spacing of their family, the rate of unintended pregnancy in the United States remains high, with approximately half of all pregnancies being unintended. Reducing unintended pregnancy is a national public health goal, and the increased use of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) (intrauterine ...
Anitra, Beasley, Ann, Schutt-Ainé
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African Journal of Reproductive Health, 2005
In response to the need of some women for long-acting, effective and safe contraceptives, the scientific community developed non-biodegradable progestational subdermal implants that act by making the cervical mucus viscous, with ovulation inhibition and thinning of the endometrial lining.
O. A. Ladipo, S. A. Akinso
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In response to the need of some women for long-acting, effective and safe contraceptives, the scientific community developed non-biodegradable progestational subdermal implants that act by making the cervical mucus viscous, with ovulation inhibition and thinning of the endometrial lining.
O. A. Ladipo, S. A. Akinso
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Current Opinion in Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1992
Currently 85 million women use an intrauterine device (IUD), making it the most widely used, reliable, reversible contraceptive method worldwide. Although the exact mechanisms by which copper-bearing IUDs produce contraceptive action are not completely defined, recent evidence indicates that they act primarily to prevent sperm from fertilizing ova. The
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Currently 85 million women use an intrauterine device (IUD), making it the most widely used, reliable, reversible contraceptive method worldwide. Although the exact mechanisms by which copper-bearing IUDs produce contraceptive action are not completely defined, recent evidence indicates that they act primarily to prevent sperm from fertilizing ova. The
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Human Reproduction, 1988
To share contraceptive measures between partners is a goal which should be reached in the future. The possibilities on the male side are still limited in comparison with the techniques available for women. During the last 20 years many efforts have been undertaken to study and evaluate possible methods for fertility control in the male, based on ...
J, Frick, W, Aulitzky
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To share contraceptive measures between partners is a goal which should be reached in the future. The possibilities on the male side are still limited in comparison with the techniques available for women. During the last 20 years many efforts have been undertaken to study and evaluate possible methods for fertility control in the male, based on ...
J, Frick, W, Aulitzky
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Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America, 2000
Although levonorgestrel contraceptive implants have been available for over 15 years, innovations have only recently led to a wider choice. These new implants offer easier insertion and removal and other advantages depending on the type of progestin. Implants prevent pregnancy by several mechanisms, including inhibition of ovulation and luteal function
K R, Meckstroth, P D, Darney
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Although levonorgestrel contraceptive implants have been available for over 15 years, innovations have only recently led to a wider choice. These new implants offer easier insertion and removal and other advantages depending on the type of progestin. Implants prevent pregnancy by several mechanisms, including inhibition of ovulation and luteal function
K R, Meckstroth, P D, Darney
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Drugs, 2005
The world's population is growing at a tremendous rate, affecting growth and development. Apart from this population growth, unintended pregnancies resulting in elective abortions continue to be a major public health issue. In over half of these unintended pregnancies, the women have used some type of contraception.
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The world's population is growing at a tremendous rate, affecting growth and development. Apart from this population growth, unintended pregnancies resulting in elective abortions continue to be a major public health issue. In over half of these unintended pregnancies, the women have used some type of contraception.
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Pediatric Clinics of North America, 1989
Increased sexual activity among adolescents demands that the health care provider have a thorough understanding of contraceptive methods and application. In this article, the principles of hormonal contraception are discussed, providing relevant information for use in advising and managing the sexually active adolescent.
R B, Shearin, J R, Boehlke
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Increased sexual activity among adolescents demands that the health care provider have a thorough understanding of contraceptive methods and application. In this article, the principles of hormonal contraception are discussed, providing relevant information for use in advising and managing the sexually active adolescent.
R B, Shearin, J R, Boehlke
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Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, 1981
Many adolescents are at risk for unplanned pregnancy. Health professionals who care for adolescents should be familiar with the various contraceptive methods and their suitability for teenagers. Each method, with its pros and cons, is described in this article.
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Many adolescents are at risk for unplanned pregnancy. Health professionals who care for adolescents should be familiar with the various contraceptive methods and their suitability for teenagers. Each method, with its pros and cons, is described in this article.
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Seminars in Reproductive Medicine, 2010
Injectable contraception has many advantages and is a popular birth control method worldwide. Its efficacy is independent of a daily action or an intervention around the time of coitus. It is highly efficacious and well tolerated in general. In the United States, the available injectable contraceptive is depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA).
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Injectable contraception has many advantages and is a popular birth control method worldwide. Its efficacy is independent of a daily action or an intervention around the time of coitus. It is highly efficacious and well tolerated in general. In the United States, the available injectable contraceptive is depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA).
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