Committee Opinion No. 539: Adolescents and Long-acting Reversible Contraception: Implants and Intrauterine Devices

Overview

Journal Obstet Gynecol

Specialty Gynecology & Obstetrics

Date 2012 Sep 22

PMID 22996129

Citations 116

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Abstract

Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC)—intrauterine devices and the contraceptive implant—are safe and appropriate contraceptive methods for most women and adolescents. The LARC methods are top-tier contraceptives based on effectiveness, with pregnancy rates of less than 1% per year for perfect use and typical use. These contraceptives have the highest rates of satisfaction and continuation of all reversible contraceptives. Adolescents are at high risk of unintended pregnancy and may benefit from increased access to LARC methods.

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