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标题：Review of the safety, efficacy and patient acceptability of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system
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作者：Chandra Kailasam ; David Cahill
期刊名称：Patient Preference and Adherence
印刷版ISSN：1177-889X
电子版ISSN：1177-889X
出版年度：2008
卷号：2
页码：293-301
DOI：10.2147/PPA.S3464
出版社：Dove Medical Press Ltd
摘要：The levonorgestrel-containing intrauterine system is an extremely effective, reversible and safe form of long-term yet reversible birth control. In view of its efficacy, it is a safer alternative to permanent contraceptive methods such as sterilization. It is especially useful in situations where use of estrogen-containing contraceptives is contraindicated. While menstrual disturbances are a common side effect, proper counseling improves compliance. In addition to its contraceptive effect, the levonorgestrel intrauterine system offers potential therapeutic benefits in other clinical contexts, including menorrhagia, symptomatic fibroids, endometriosis, and endometrial protection.
关键词：intrauterine device; levonorgestrel intrauterine device; contraception