title: Examining the efficacy, safety, and patient acceptability of the combined contraceptive vaginal ring (NuvaRing).
abstract: The contraceptive vaginal ring is a novel contraceptive method that offers unique advantages. Intravaginal delivery of both estrogen and progesterone allows continuous release of medication, resulting in lower systemic levels. The use of long-term combined hormonal contraception enables improved cycle control compared with progesterone-only methods. The indications and usage of the NuvaRing(®) are described along with the efficacy, tolerability, and safety. Overall, the contraceptive vaginal ring appears to be very effective, with a favorable side-effect profile, and is highly acceptable to most patients.
authors.affiliation: Center for Specialized Women's Health, Ob/Gyn and Women's Health Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, USA. wiederd@ccf.org
authors.forename: Devorah R
authors.initials: DR
authors.lastname: Wieder
authors.forename: Lynn
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Pattimakiel