Contraceptive Technology Update – September 1, 2005
September 1, 2005
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Are you talking to women about HPV and cervical cancer screening?
As you review which talking points to cover with your next patient, are you planning to include dialogue on the link between human papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer? -
NuvaRing not affected by heavier body weight
The next patient in your exam room is in her mid-20s. While she is in generally good health, you note she weighs in at 210 pounds. What contraceptive methods do you offer her? -
New IUDs may expand contraceptive choices
Where does intrauterine contraception fit in the array of family planning choices you offer your patients? If you never or rarely perform intrauterine device (IUD) insertions, new devices now under development may lead you to give the method a second look. -
Research eyes new sterilization option
Investigators now are looking at a transcervical sterilization option that, if proven safe and effective, will give women another alternative for permanent contraception. -
Teens & dysmenorrhea: Look to low-dose OCs
The 15-year-old young woman in your exam room tells you that she has crampy pelvic pain that begins shortly before or at the onset of her menstrual period that lasts one to three days. She says she usually misses a day of school each month due to the pain. What is your next move? -
New compounds eyed for male contraception
The push is on to develop an effective male contraceptive, with almost $8 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) going to researchers at the University of Kansas in Lawrence and the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City toward identifying potential chemical compounds for such use. -
CTUpdates: Make plans now to attend fall conference
Register now for the annual Contraceptive Technology: Quest for Excellence conference, scheduled for Oct. 27-29, 2005, in Atlanta.