Background Progestin‐only contraceptives (POCs) are appropriate for many women who
cannot or should not take estrogen. POCs include injectables, intrauterine contraception …

Aims The association between progestin-only contraceptive (POC) use and the risk of
various cardiometabolic outcomes has rarely been studied. We performed a systematic …

Summary The 2016 US Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (US MEC)
comprises recommendations for the use of specific contraceptive methods by women and …

Introduction Although the prevalence of underweight is declining among Indian women, the
prevalence of overweight/obesity is increasing. This study examined the prevalence and …

Background Concerns about weight gain may influence contraceptive use. We compared
the change in body weight over the first 12 months of use between women using the …

Background Globally, the prevalence of overweight and obesity is escalating, particularly
among women and wealthier people. In many developed countries, overweight and obesity …

Background There is limited evidence on the impact of the use of progestin-only hormonal
contraception (POC) on weight change. We conducted a secondary analysis of prospective …

OBJECTIVE: Counseling about potential side effects and health benefits of contraceptive
methods could facilitate continued method use and method satisfaction, yet no evidence …

OBJECTIVE: The objective of the study was to evaluate perceived weight gain in women
using contraception and determine the validity of self-reported weight gain. STUDY DESIGN …

Objective To provide guidelines for health care providers on the use of contraceptive
methods to prevent pregnancy and on the promotion of healthy sexuality. Outcomes Overall …