title: Committee Opinion No 672 Summary Clinical Challenges of Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive Methods.
abstract: Long-acting reversible contraceptive methods are the most effective reversible contraceptives and have an excellent safety record. Although uncommon, possible long-acting reversible contraceptive complications should be included in the informed consent process. Obstetrician-gynecologists and other gynecologic care providers should understand the diagnosis and management of common clinical challenges. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends the algorithms included in this document for management of the most common clinical challenges.
mesh_terms: D000465:Algorithms; D003267:Contraception / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D019468:Disease Management; D005260:Female; D052776:Female Urogenital Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D006176:Gynecology / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007434:Intrauterine Devices / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009774:Obstetrics / Q000379:methods; D018570:Risk Assessment / Q000379:methods