Considerations for Contraception Following Spinal Cord Injury: A Systematic Review.
Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil
; 30(2): 1-8, 2024.
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| ID: mdl-38799610
ABSTRACT
Introduction:
Counseling and education on women's health, specifically contraception, following spinal cord injury (SCI) is an important component of care for women with SCI. While a plethora of available contraceptive options exists, research in this area is scarce.Objectives:
This systematic review assesses the quality and quantity of research on contraception for individuals with SCI.Methods:
Literature searches of three medical databases were performed to identify articles that addressed contraception and family planning for women with SCI. Articles were then screened in a two-stage selection process and evaluated for content.Results:
Of 165 articles, 21 were identified that fit the inclusion criteria. The majority (66%) of articles were literature reviews or professional practice guidelines. Fourteen (66%) included information on short-acting hormonal oral contraception, 11 (52%) included information on long-acting reversible contraception, 15 (71%) included information on barrier methods, 6 (29%) included information on fertility awareness, 9 (43%) included information on permanent contraception, and one (5%) included information on emergency contraception.Discussion:
This systematic review demonstrates a paucity of evidence-based information on contraception tailored to women with SCI. It highlights a need for research and comprehensive guidelines on primary and emergency contraception in this population.Key words
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Spinal Cord Injuries
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Contraception
Limits:
Female
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil
Year:
2024
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Article
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