Non-contraceptive benefits and risks of contraception

作者：Haider Zara^*; D'Souza Rachel

来源：Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 2009, 23(2): 249-262.

DOI：10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2008.12.003

• contraception
• benefits
• risks
• UK medical eligibility criteria (UKMEC)

Contraception is primarily used to prevent pregnancy. However, a user should be aware of both the possible non-contraceptive benefits she/he may experience and any potential risks to her/his health. These issues should be discussed as fully as possible, using current, evidence-based information prior to commencing a method. Some methods may be prescribed solely for their non-contraceptive benefits for a woman who does not require it for contraception. Potential risks to a woman's health may make certain methods unacceptable if concurrent medical problems or lifestyle issues exist. This chapter discusses the main non-contraceptive benefits and risks for each contraceptive method in turn.

• 出版日期2009-4