Contraception (Gynaecology In Practice)

Description:
Which method of contraception best suits your patient's needs? Contraceptive technology has exploded at breakneck speed. The options now available can bewilder patients who need practical advice for family planning. Contraception provides just that practical advice. Divided into three sections covering selection and cost comparison, individual methods of contraception, and risks and benefits for various patient groups, the editor presents a clear pathway to help your patients decide which method is best for them. The book covers all available contraceptive methods with WHO Medical Eligibility Criteria of contraceptives and CDC modifications. It gives sound advice on selecting contraceptive methods for women with bleeding problems, previous ectopic pregnancy, mood and depressive disorders, hirsutism and acne, perimenopausal women, women with HIV and other STIs. Provides an essential guide to all gynecologists, family medicine physicians and health care workers who provide contraceptive advice. Part of the new practical Gynecology in Practice series.

Table of Contents:
Overview. 1 Contraceptive Use: Guidelines and Effectiveness (Kathryn M Curtis, Naomi K Tepper and Polly A Marchbanks). 2 Cost and Availability of Contraceptive Methods (Donna Shoupe and Tim Campbell). Individual Contraceptive Methods. 3 Combination Oral Contraceptives (Daniel R. Mishell Jr). 4 Progestin only OCPs (Regina Renner and Jeffrey T. Jensen). 5 Contraceptive Implants (Nerys Benfield and Phil Darney). 6 Ins and outs of the contraceptive vaginal ring (Frans Roumen). 7 Contraceptive Patch (Anita Nelson). 8 Progestin injectables (Susanna Meredith and Andy Kaunitz). 9 Intrauterine Devices (Daniel R. Mishell Jr). 10 Spermicides (DeShawn Taylor). 11 Vaginal Barriers: Diaphragm, Cervical Cap, and Female Condom (Matthew F. Reeves and Jill L. Schwartz). 12 Male Condoms (Anita L. Nelson). 13 Emergency Contraception (Ronna Jurow). 14 Tubal Sterilization (Charles March). Guidelines For use in Selected Populations. 15 Postpartum Contraception (Stephanie B. Teal). 16 Adolescents: Compliance, ethical and STDs issues (Melanie Ochalski and Joseph Sanfilippo). 17 Women 35 years and older: Safety Issues (Catherine Cansino and Mitchell Creinin). 18 Perimenopausal Contraception (Susan A. Ballagh). 19 Medical eligibility requirements (Donna Shoupe). 20 Hormonal Contraception and Mood (Andrea Rapkin and Sarita Sonalkar). 21 Contraception in women with abnormal uterine bleeding (Ian S Fraser). 22 Hirsutism and Acne (Jennefer Russo and Anita Nelson). 23 HIV and Other STIs (Alice Stek). 24 Contraception following ectopic pregnancy, and induced or spontaneous abortion (Paula H. Bednarek and Alison B. Edelman).

Author Biography:
Edited by Donna Shoupe, MD, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, CA, USA