Contraception

Oral and IUD emergency contraception provision

November 25, 2020

Less than half of ob/gyns offer their patients the two most effective forms of emergency contraception -- ulipristal acetate and the copper intrauterine device (IUD) -- according to a national survey.

Study finds copper IUD and LNG-IUS can impact microbiota over time

November 12, 2020

Neither the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) nor the copper intrauterine device (IUD) impact the incidence of cellular atypia, but do interfere with the microbiota over time, according to liquid-based cervical cytology and microbiological analyses.

Intracesarean postpartum intrauterine copper device found effective

November 12, 2020

A prospective interventional hospital-based study from India has found that a postpartum intrauterine copper device (PPIUCD) is an efficacious method to reduce the unmet need of contraception.

Current contraceptive status in women aged 15-49 in the United States

November 03, 2020

A summary of key findings from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) recent data brief, No.388, October 2020.

Contraception lessons for 2020

October 29, 2020

“Telehealth visits serve to ensure patient-centered, shared decision-making counseling, as well as allowing the provider to confirm that the patients are good candidates with no contraindications for their method of choice,” Eve Espey, MD, MPH, said.

Hormonal contraception for women with hypertension

October 13, 2020

Although hypertension is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), certain hormonal contraceptives increase the risk of stroke and myocardial infarction in women with the disorder.

Choosing the right pill

October 02, 2020

Oral contraceptive pills are a popular choice for many; providers should understand the options to guide patients effectively.

Reasons young women choose a particular contraceptive method

September 14, 2020

An overwhelming 84% of young women in the United States who reported using contraception chose their method based on factors other than provider recommendation, according to a survey.

FDA provides new information on Essure device

August 12, 2020

Yesterday, on August 11, 2020, the FDA posted the first spreadsheet of adverse event reports.

Terminology for ob/gyns to use when treating transgender patients

August 06, 2020

Transgender and nonbinary people face disproportionate rates of stigma and discrimination in seeking healthcare—and may encounter additional unique barriers in attaining gynecologic and reproductive care.