Long-Acting Reversible Contraception: An Essential Guide for Pediatric Primary Care Providers
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UMass Chan Affiliations
Division of Adolescent Medicine, Department of PediatricsDivision of Adolescent Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics/Gynecology
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Journal ArticlePublication Date
2017-04-01Keywords
Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy ComplicationsMaternal and Child Health
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pediatrics
Women's Health
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Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) methods are 20% more effective than traditional contraceptives and are recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology as first-line contraception for adolescent girls. Large studies show that LARC use reduces unintended pregnancies, increases user satisfaction, and prolongs duration of use. This article prepares the primary care provider (PCP) with knowledge on safety, efficacy, eligibility, confidentiality, anticipatory guidance, how to find a LARC provider, and guidance on common side effects so the PCP can confidently counsel adolescent patients on LARC methods.Source
Pediatr Clin North Am. 2017 Apr;64(2):359-369. doi: 10.1016/j.pcl.2016.11.014. Link to article on publisher's siteDOI
10.1016/j.pcl.2016.11.014Permanent Link to this Item
http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14038/42771PubMed ID
28292451Related Resources
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10.1016/j.pcl.2016.11.014