Jul 29
Algorithm for IUD removal when no strings are visible
Simple algorithm for clinicians to follow when removing an IUD from a patient when no strings are visible.
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Jul 28
Insights: Updates in Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Written by Tatiana Vazquez De Los Santos, MD, and C. Peony Khoo, MD Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) – defined as 2 or more spontaneous pregnancy losses – has a prevalence of at least 2%.1 Discrepancies exist between couples’ and medical professionals’ perceptions of pregnancy loss.2 For example, couples surveyed in one study out of Denmark…
Jul 21
Contraceptive Pearl: Tubal sterilization regrets—Considerations for Counseling
Written by Eleanor Bimla Schwarz, MD, MS, and Kelly M. Treder, MD, MPH Since the Dobbs decision, permanent contraception has become more common.1 While tubal sterilization aligns with the preferences of many patients, regrets do occur. To describe trends in the prevalence of tubal sterilization and subsequent desire for reversal, researchers analyzed nationally representative data…
Jul 01
Reproductive Health Procedures Equipment and Supplies Lists
These documents list equipment and supplies needed for common gynecological procedures including: manual vacuum aspiration, IUD insertion and removal, progestin implant insertion and removal, and endometrial biopsy.
Jun 25
Your Birth Control Choices Poster
This poster compares birth control choices based on efficacy, cost, side effects, and other patient-focused factors.
Jun 23
How To Use Abortion Pills for 14-20 weeks Fact Sheet
This fact sheet explains how to use medication (mifepristone and misoprostol) for an abortion between 14-20 weeks with simple-to-follow steps and illustrations.
Jun 23
Insights: Medication Abortion 14 to 20 Weeks
Written by Libby Wetterer, MD and Gabriele Ruzgas, MD Medication abortion accounts for approximately 65% of abortions in the United States.1 Most U.S. clinicians who provide medication abortion do so through 12 weeks gestation, though medication abortion can be used later in pregnancy. Data shows that up to 24 weeks fetal expulsion rates are 90%…
Jun 23
Birth Control Across the Gender Spectrum
This resource explains different birth control methods for people across the gender spectrum, with a focus on the effects of different forms of birth control on those taking gender-affirming hormones such as testosterone. Spanish: Updated 2022 Reading Grade Level (Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level): 6.7
Jun 18
Pregnancy of Unknown Location Patient Take-Home Sheet
For patients whose pregnancy was not seen on ultrasound, use this patient handout to help explain the next steps. You can also share our Ectopic Pregnancy Fact Sheet for more information on symptoms, tests, and treatment for ectopic pregnancy.
Jun 16
Contraceptive Pearl: Understanding the Differences Between Combined and Progestin-only Oral Contraceptives
Written by Sairah Cherian, Pharm.D. and Regina Ginzburg, Pharm.D., CDCES, BC-ADM Combined oral contraceptives (COC) consist of an estrogen and progestin and work synergistically to prevent pregnancy. Progestin is the main component of contraception and suppresses ovulation by decreasing luteinizing hormone. It also thickens the cervical mucus to inhibit sperm penetration, and thins the uterine lining…