Is there a real role and place for use of intrauterine contraception in South Africa?
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Mathonsi, Ntlharhi W.
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In House Publications
Abstract
The intrauterine contraception device (IUD) is highly effective,
safe, cost-effective, long-acting, and rapidly reversible with
few side effects. It is a private and convenient method of
contraception, does not interfere with the spontaneity of sex,
is acceptable to many patients, has superior continuation
rates, and offers several non-contraceptive health benefits
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Intrauterine contraception, South Africa (SA), Intrauterine contraception device (IUD), Cancer risk reduction, Emergency contraception, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), Privacy, Pelvic infection, Peri-menopausal women, Cost-effectiveness
Sustainable Development Goals
Citation
Mathonsi, MW 2014, 'Is there a real role and place for use of intrauterine contraception in South Africa?', Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum, vol. 24, pp. 24-27.