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Clinical Focus: Women's Health and Sleep Disorders

Reversible Contraception Update: The Importance of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception

, MD, , MD, MPH & , MD, PhD
Pages 18-25 | Published online: 13 Mar 2015
 

Abstract

The past several years have seen an expansion in contraception options. Emerging data support the use of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) such as the intrauterine device and subdermal implant as the most effective methods of contraception with the highest continuation rates and very high levels of patient satisfaction. In addition, the appropriate target population for the use of the intrauterine device now includes nulliparous women and adolescents. When a patient considers initiating a new contraceptive method, it is important to consider the characteristics of each method, including the side effects, effectiveness, and patient acceptability. Additionally, medical comorbidities must also be evaluated prior to choosing a method. In this article, we provide a brief overview of available reversible contraceptive methods, with an emphasis on LARC.

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