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Bacterial vaginosis and contraceptive methods.

E Calzolari1, R Masciangelo, V Milite

  • 1Department of Pathophysiology of Human Reproduction (VI), University of Rome La Sapienza, Policlinico Umberto I, Italy. e.calzolari@caspur.it

International Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics: the Official Organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
|September 1, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) risk is reduced with oral contraceptive and condom use. However, Intrauterine Device (IUD) use is linked to a higher incidence of BV, suggesting regular screening for IUD users.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Microbiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal condition with multifactorial causes.
  • Contraceptive methods are widely used by women of reproductive age.
  • Understanding the relationship between contraceptive use and BV is crucial for reproductive health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between bacterial vaginosis and the use of specific contraceptive methods.
  • To compare BV prevalence among users of different contraceptives and non-users.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 1314 women attending routine gynecological examinations.
  • Data collection included patient history and genital symptoms.
  • Statistical analysis employed chi-squared tests, t-tests, and stepwise logistic regression.

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Main Results:

  • Oral contraceptive (OC) use demonstrated a significant protective effect against BV.
  • Condom use also showed a significant protective association with BV.
  • Intrauterine Device (IUD) users exhibited a significant increase in BV prevalence, irrespective of adjustments.

Conclusions:

  • A significant negative association exists between BV and the use of oral contraceptives and condoms.
  • A significant positive association was found between BV and Intrauterine Device use.
  • Routine microscopic evaluation for BV is recommended for women using Intrauterine Devices.