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[25] Contraception - Combined Hormonal Flashcards

1
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What does hormonal contraction use?

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The female steroid hormones oestrogen and progesterone

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Is hormonal contraception effective?

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Yes, is very effective way of preventing pregnancy

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What can hormonal contraception be split into?

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  • Combined methods

- Progesterone-only

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What do combined methods of hormonal contraception contain?

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Oestrogen and progesterone

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What is the primary action of combined hormonal contraception?

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Inhibits ovulation due to the negative feedback effect of the oestrogen and progesterone on the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. This prevents the surge in LH, thus preventing ovulation

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What are the additional actions of progesterone in combined hormonal contraception?

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  • Inhibits proliferation of endometrium, creating unfavourable conditions for implantation
  • Increases thickness of cervical mucus, preventing passage of sperm
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How is a period free of hormones achieved in combined hormonal contraceptives?

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The patient takes a pill-free break or takes placebos

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What does the period free of hormones cause when using combined hormonal contraceptives?

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A fall in hormone levels, which leads to degeneration of the endometrium and menstrual bleeding

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What is the failure rate of combined hormonal contraceptives with perfect use?

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0.3%

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What is the typical failure rate of combined hormonal contraceptives?

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9%

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What is the combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP) commonly called?

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The pill

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What does the COCP contain?

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Oestrogen and progesterone

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How many tablets are there in a packet of the COCP?

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Either 21 or 28

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What is the regime of COCP with a packet containing 21 tablets?

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Taken consecutively for 21 days, and then a 7-day break when no pills are taken

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What is the regime of COCP with a packet containing 28 tablets?

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The pills are taken non-stop, and there is no break before starting the next packet

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What are the types of COCP?

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  • Monophasic

- Phasic

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What is meant by monophonic COCP?

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Every pill contains the same levels of oestrogen and progesterone

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What is meant by phasic COCP?

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Levels of oestrogen and progesterone in the pills changes throughout the cycle

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Other than monophonic and phasic, how can the hormone levels vary between different pills?

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Can have varying levels of oestrogen

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What is classified as a ‘low oestrogen’ COCP?

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Contains 20µg of ethinylestradiol

21
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What is more common, monophasic or phasic?

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Monophasic

22
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Give 2 examples of monophasic COCPs?

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  • Microgynon 30

- Brevinor

23
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Is microgynon 30 and brevinor given in 21 or 28 tablet packs?

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What are the types of phasic COCPs?

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  • Biphasic
  • Triphasic
  • Quadriphasic
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What is very important when the patient is taking phasic COCP?
They take them in the correct order
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Give 2 examples of phasic COCPs
- Qlaria | - Binovum
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What kind of COCP is Qlaria?
Quadriphasic
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Is Qlaria given in 21 or 28 tablet packs?
28
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How many active pills are there in a pack of Qlaria?
26 (2 inactive)
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What kind of COCP is Binovum?
Biphasic
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Is Binovum given in 21 or 28 tablet packs?
21
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What is the contraceptive patch?
A small 5x5cm patch that can be stuck onto the body to prevent pregnancy
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Where can the contraceptive patch be stuck?
- Upper arm - Abdomen - Buttock - Back
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What is the brand of contraceptive patch used in the UK called?
Ortho Evra
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How often should the contraceptive patch be changed?
Every 7 days over a period of 3 weeks (21 days)
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What should happen after the patient has worn the contraceptive patch for 21 days?
It should be removed for 7 patch-free days
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What will happen when the contraceptive patch is withdrawn?
The patient will usually experience a withdrawal bleed
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How sticky is the contraceptive patch?
Extremely lol
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Can the contraceptive patch be worn whilst bathing or swimming?
Yes
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What is the brand name for the contraceptive vaginal ring?
NuvaRing
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What is the contraceptive vaginal ring?
A plastic ring that is inserted into the vagina and provides hormones
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How long is does the contraceptive vaginal ring sit in the vagina once inserted?
21 days
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When might women feel discomfort with the contraceptive vaginal ring?
Some women feel uncomfortable inserting or removing the ring
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What are the advantages of combined hormonal contraception?
- Non-invasive - More effective than barrier methods if taken correctly - Sex doesn't need to be interrupted to use contraception - Menses tend to become regular, lighter, and less painful - Reduced risk of certain medical conditions - Normal fertility returns immediately after stopping use
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What medical conditions does combined hormonal contraception reduce the risk of?
- Cancer of the ovary, uterus, and colon | - Functional ovarian cysts
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What is an additional clinical use of combined hormonal contraception?
Can allow for timing over menses
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What are the disadvantages of combined hormonal contraception?
- User dependant - Some temporary adverse effects may be experienced by some women - Women may experience breakthrough bleeding and spotting for first few months - Increased risk of VTE - Small increase in risk of MI and strokes - Small increase in risk of breast cancer
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What temporary adverse effects may be experienced with combined hormonal contraception?
- Headaches - Breast tenderness - Mood changes
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What are the contraindications to combined hormonal contraception?
- BMI over 35 - Breastfeeding - Smoking over the age of 35 - Hypertension - History or family history of VTE - Prolonged immobility due to surgery or disability - Diabetes mellitus with complications, e.g. retinopathy - History of migraines with aura - Breast cancer or primary liver tumours

A - MSRA Gynaecology [8] (52 decks)

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