Etonogestrel implant effectiveness

[摘要] How does the etonogestrel implant (Nexplanon) compare with other long-acting reversible contraception?Bottom lineThe etonogestrel implant is effective, with 0 to 0.34pregnancies per 100 women per year. In 1 RCT, theimplant had a higher discontinuation rate (27% vs20%), more amenorrhea (29% vs 9%), and lowerpatient satisfaction (66% vs 80%) compared with alow-dose levonorgestrel intrauterine device (IUD).

[学科分类] 卫生学