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Contraception in the adolescent patient

T Tafelski1, K E Boehm

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, Medical College of Ohio, Toledo, USA.

Primary Care
|March 1, 1995
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For sexually active adolescents, hormonal contraceptives like Depo-Provera and Norplant are recommended over barrier methods. Depo-Provera is often well-accepted due to its convenience and amenorrhea benefits.

Area of Science:

  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Reproductive Health
  • Contraception

Background:

  • Adolescents require effective contraception to prevent unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
  • Previous recommendations for barrier methods alone have shown limited success in adolescent populations.
  • Patient comfort and adherence are critical factors in contraceptive method selection for teenagers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present an evidence-based approach to prescribing contraceptives for adolescent patients.
  • To evaluate the acceptance and adherence rates of different contraceptive methods in adolescents.
  • To guide healthcare providers in selecting appropriate contraceptive options for young individuals.

Main Methods:

  • Review of available contraceptive methods.
Keywords:
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  • Clinical experience-based prescribing strategy for adolescents.
  • Emphasis on hormonal contraceptives (Norplant, Depo-Provera, oral contraceptives) in conjunction with condoms.

    • Main Results:

    • Depo-Provera is well-accepted by adolescent patients due to its 3-month injection schedule and potential for amenorrhea.
    • Norplant shows good acceptance among adolescents, with limited removals when counseling is provided.
    • Oral contraceptives have higher failure rates due to compliance issues, with certain patient characteristics associated with better adherence.

    Conclusions:

    • Hormonal contraceptives, particularly Depo-Provera and Norplant, are preferred over barrier methods for sexually active adolescents.
    • Adolescent contraceptive choice should consider patient acceptance, adherence, and lifestyle factors.
    • Provider counseling and patient education are essential for successful contraceptive use in this demographic.