Long-Acting Reversible Contraception With Contraceptive Implants and Intrauterine Devices

Author/s: 
Averbach, S., Hofler, L.
Date Added: 
June 14, 2022
Journal/Publication: 
JAMA
Publisher: 
JAMA Network
Publication Date: 
May 6, 2022
Issue: 
20
Volume: 
327
Pages: 
2013-2014
Type: 
Meta-analyses, Reviews, and Guidelines
Format: 
Article
DOI (1): 
10.1001/jama.2022.5448
PMID (1): 
35522320

RPR Commentary

A concise summary of long-acting, reversible contraceptive options for women. James W. Mold, MD, MPH

Abstract

Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), including contraceptive implants and intrauterine devices (IUDs), is highly effective, with typical-use failure rates of less than 1 pregnancy per 100 person-years of use.1 Fertility returns rapidly after discontinuation of LARC.

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