Gynaecology Flashcards

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Pros of Contraceptive Implant

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Pro:
- highly effective
- lasts 3 years
- VTE and migraine safe (progesterone only)
- can be inserted immediately after childbirth

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Cons of Implant

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  • not effective for first 7 days
  • trained profressional to insert
  • heavy/irregular menstrual bleeding
  • Progesterone effects - headache, nausea, breast pain
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