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Norplant consensus statement and background review

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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia.

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Norplant is a highly effective contraceptive method. With proper user education and counseling, it is recommended for global family planning programs that offer adequate training and resources.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Contraception Methods

Background:

  • Norplant, a progestin-releasing subdermal implant, represents a significant advancement in contraceptive technology.
  • The review focuses on the attributes and suitability of Norplant for widespread adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and suitability of Norplant as a contraceptive method.
  • To assess the conditions under which Norplant can be successfully implemented in family planning programs.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a review of existing data and expert opinions on Norplant.
  • The assessment considered user information, instruction, training, and counseling requirements.

Main Results:

  • Norplant is identified as a valuable contraceptive choice with significant attributes.
Keywords:
Clinic ActivitiesContraceptionContraception Continuation--determinantsContraception TerminationContraceptive Agents, Female--pharmacodynamicsContraceptive Agents, Female--side effectsContraceptive Agents, Progestin--pharmacodynamicsContraceptive Agents, Progestin--side effectsContraceptive Agents--pharmacodynamicsContraceptive Agents--side effectsContraceptive ImplantsContraceptive MethodsContraceptive UsageCounselingDeveloping CountriesEducationFamily PlanningFamily Planning ProgramsInformed ConsentLevonorgestrel--pharmacodynamicsLevonorgestrel--side effectsLiterature ReviewOrganization And AdministrationProgram ActivitiesProgramsTraining ActivitiesTraining ProgramsWorld

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  • Successful implementation is contingent upon adequate resources for training and counseling.

    • Conclusions:

    • Norplant is a good contraceptive choice when provided with appropriate user information and instruction.
    • Availability in worldwide family planning programs is recommended, provided resources for training and counseling are in place.