contraception Flashcards
what is the mechanism of action for the normal IUD
prevents implantation
what is the mechanism of action for the majority of LARC’s (not coils)
prevent ovulation
pearl index for the copper IUD and hormonal IUD respectively
copper - 0.8
hormonal - 0.2
how does the copper IUD prevent pregnancy
prevents fertilisation mainly and also implantation
how long does each type of coil last
Copper IUD - 10
ius- 3-5
what is the advice with copper IUD if inserted after 40
can stay till menopause
what uterine condition would make the coil unsuitable
fibroids or malformation
what is the pearl index of the implant and how long can it stay in for
0.05% and for 3 years
what hormone used in implant
progesterone only
main side effect of implant
prolonged PV bleeding
1st line treatment of endometriosis
ius
how does the pill prevent pregnancy
stops ovulation
pearl index of pill and typical use
0.3 perfect typical 9%
what must be checked before starting the COCP
BMI, BP (check smears)
use of cocp increases risk for what cancers
breast and cervical