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Emergency Contraception: Do Your Patients Have a Plan B?

Holly Bullock¹, Jennifer Salcedo¹

¹Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women's Health, University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, 1319 Punahou Street, Suite 824, Honolulu, HI 96826, USA.

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Summary

Emergency contraception methods vary in effectiveness, with the copper intrauterine device being the most effective. Access to highly effective options is limited, and follow-up with healthcare providers is recommended after use.

Keywords:

Access Copper intrauterine device Emergency contraception Levonorgestrel Ulipristal acetate

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Pharmacology

Background:

Emergency contraception (EC) is crucial for preventing pregnancy after unprotected or inadequately protected intercourse or sexual assault.
Several EC methods are available, each with varying efficacy rates.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare the efficacy of different emergency contraception methods available in the United States.
To highlight challenges in accessing the most effective EC methods.

Main Methods:

Review of available emergency contraception methods in the United States.
Comparison of efficacy based on existing data for each method.

Main Results:

The copper intrauterine device demonstrates the highest efficacy among available EC methods.
Ulipristal acetate, levonorgestrel pills, and the Yuzpe method follow in decreasing order of efficacy.
Significant limitations exist in accessing the most effective EC methods.

Conclusions:

While advanced prescription and counseling on EC pills are recommended, optimal outcomes require addressing access barriers to highly effective methods like the copper IUD.
Post-EC pill use, consultation with healthcare providers is advised to discuss IUD placement and further care.