What are the four most effective contraception methods (TIER 1)
What are tier 2 methods
What are tier 3 methods
What are the two types of IUDs
Hormonal:
Levonorgestrel
Non-Hormonal:
Copper
In which population are IUDs recommended for
Adolescents and young women who want long-term contraceptives + avoiding oestrogen exposure that could cause TE (smoking)
Contraindications for IUDs
Hormonal:
Copper:
Wilson’s disease or allergies
How long does a hormonal IUD last for
5 Years
How does levonorgestrel work
Inhibits LH secretion from pituitary glands - inhibits ovulation
This causes amenorhhoea
Benefits: Can lessen pain and blood loss during menstruation. Help with endometriosis
Side effects of hormonal IUD
How long does copper IUD last
10 Years
When should hormonal IUDs be given (menstrual cycle)
If Hormonal iud is given after day 5, what should be done to minimise risk of preganncy
When shoudl copper IUDs be given (menstrual cycle)
ANY DAY - effect is immediate.
Side effect of IUD insertion
Unexpected bleeding or spotting but goes away with time
When should IUDs be taken out
Can be anytime when pregnancy is desired
HOWEVER,
must use barrier contraception for 1 menstrual cycle after removal to allow endometrium to regenerate normally.
What is the contraceptive implant made of
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate.
Where is the implant placed
Inner side of upper arm, slowly releases etonogestrel into circulation
How long does the implant provide contraception for
3 years
Contraindications of implants
How should contraceptive implant be given
Inserted by clinician under anesthesia
When should impant be given
Day 1-5
If after, barrier contraceptives for 7 days.
Side effects for implant
After removal of implant, how long does it take for ovulation to start again
1 month
If contraception is to be continued, can be delivered through same arm or other.
What sturcture is occluded in vasectomy
Vas Deferens
EFFECT IS NOT IMMEDIATE