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Efficacy and effectiveness of LAM
1University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver 80210, USA. kkennedy@du.edu
Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology
|May 25, 2002
Summary
The Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM) is a temporary, highly effective contraception method for breastfeeding women. This review highlights its efficacy and effectiveness, particularly in industrialized nations.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Family Planning
- Contraception
Background:
- Non-randomized clinical trials in the 1990s indicated high efficacy for the Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM).
- The World Health Organization conducted a longitudinal study supporting LAM's effectiveness in over 4000 breastfeeding women.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the efficacy and effectiveness of the Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM).
- To highlight existing data on LAM use in industrialized countries, where information is scarce.
Main Methods:
- Review of non-randomized clinical trials and a World Health Organization longitudinal study.
- Analysis of existing literature on LAM effectiveness, with a focus on industrialized nations.
Main Results:
- LAM demonstrated high effectiveness as a temporary contraceptive method in initial studies.
- Effectiveness data for LAM remains limited, especially concerning its use in industrialized countries.
Conclusions:
- The Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM) is a proven effective temporary contraceptive.
- Further research and data collection on LAM effectiveness in industrialized countries are needed.