title: Implanon NXT: Expert tips for best-practice insertion and removal.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  The single rod etonogestrel contraceptive implant is available in Australia as Implanon NXT. It is a highly effective, long-acting reversible contraceptive method, which is suitable for most women across the reproductive lifespan.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  This article provides practical advice for clinicians who already insert and remove the contraceptive implant, as well as advice for those who have not yet acquired this procedural skill.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Contraceptive implant procedures are usually performed in the general practice setting. Clinicians can support women in making an informed choice to have an implant by providing information about their benefits, side effects and risks, and timely access to insertion. Training in the procedures and compliance with procedural instructions are essential to minimise risks, including deep insertion and damage to neurovascular structures.
authors.forename: Suzanne
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Pearson
authors.forename: Mary
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Stewart
authors.forename: Deborah
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Bateson
mesh_terms: D001315:Australia; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D020878:Device Removal / Q000379:methods*; D004343:Drug Implants / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D005194:Family Practice / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training / Q000379:methods; D058007:Physicians, Primary Care / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration*
chemical_list: D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female; D004343:Drug Implants