title: [Pregnancy contraception (Current Care Guideline)].
abstract: There are no age limits for the start or use of contraception. Prior gynecological examination or cervical smear is not needed. Condom is the only method that protects from sexually transmitted diseases. An increase in the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) is associated only with combined contraceptives. However, the risk is remarkably higher with pregnancy, puerperium or with smoking. The most effective reversible methods are intrauterine devices (IUD) and implants, as these do not depend on daily memory. Natural family planning methods are not reliable, and effective contraception should be easily available for all at all times.
authors.forename: Mervi
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Halttunen-Nieminen
authors.forename: Terhi
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Piltonen
authors.forename: Heidi
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Alenius
authors.forename: Laura
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Apukka
authors.forename: Elise
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Kosunen
authors.forename: Kirsi
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Pietilä
authors.forename: Sinikka
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sihvo
authors.forename: Piia
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Vuorela
authors.forename: Eija
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Väänänen
authors.forename: Tiina
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Yli-Kivistö
mesh_terms: D017280:Condoms / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D003267:Contraception / Q000009:adverse effects; D005193:Family Planning Services; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D049590:Postpartum Period; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011247:Pregnancy; D012307:Risk Factors; D012907:Smoking / Q000009:adverse effects; D054556:Venous Thromboembolism / Q000139:chemically induced