LARCs may help prevent further abortions
Women dispensed the contraceptives after a first medical termination were up to 70% less likely to have a second abortion within two years that tho…
Tag: LARCs
Quiz – Could you be liable for this contraceptive failure?
You have been inserting progesterone-exuding contraceptive rods (LARCs) for some time. One of your patients says that she became pregnant despite t…
A GP guide to IUD options
IUDs are suitable for patients of any parity, and with copper and two hormonal devices to choose from, an appropriate option can be found for most.…
Doctors misdiagnose cancer signs as an expiring IUD: case
The case authors say it's important for all patients with irregular vaginal bleeding to have endometrial biopsy.
Successful removal of an impalpable LARC implant
When a patient presents for removal of an impalpable contraceptive implant, what is the best course of action?
Insertion site update for contraceptive implants
A GP adheres to new advice when a patient needs her contraceptive implant replacing.
