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The NORPLANT system of contraception
1Hahnemann University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
International Journal of Fertility
|January 1, 1991
Summary
The NORPLANT system offers a new, highly effective, and reversible contraception method using subdermal levonorgestrel capsules. Its primary advantage is compliance-free use, marking a significant advancement in reproductive health.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Contraception Technology
Background:
- The NORPLANT system represents a novel contraceptive methodology.
- It is the first significant advancement in contraception in three decades.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and discuss the NORPLANT system.
- To outline its characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages.
Main Methods:
- Subdermal implantation of Silastic capsules.
- Capsules contain the synthetic progestin levonorgestrel.
Main Results:
- The NORPLANT system demonstrates high effectiveness.
- It offers compliance-free usage for users.
Conclusions:
- NORPLANT system is a significant development in reversible contraception.
- Its effectiveness and ease of use are key features.
Keywords:
BiologyContraceptionContraception ContinuationContraception FailureContraception TerminationContraceptive AgentsContraceptive Agents, FemaleContraceptive Agents, ProgestinContraceptive EffectivenessContraceptive ImplantsContraceptive MethodsContraceptive Mode Of ActionContraceptive UsageFamily PlanningLevonorgestrelMetabolic EffectsPhysiology
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