Contraception
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For female emergency department (ED) patients, we sought to assess the prevalence of contraceptive usage as well as the extent of contraceptive knowledge and to determine if demographic and sexual health history factors, comprehension of contraceptive methods and moral/religious opinions on contraception were associated with current usage of birth control pills (BCPs), prior usage of emergency contraception (EC) and frequency of condom usage. ⋯ A high percentage of female ED patients (41.4%) were at risk of pregnancy. Demographic and sexual history factors can help identify women who might benefit from receiving referrals or education on contraceptive measures.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The effect of tranexamic acid for treatment of irregular uterine bleeding secondary to Norplant use.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of tranexamic acid and placebo on controlling irregular uterine bleeding secondary to Norplant use. ⋯ Tranexamic acid for 5 days appears to be an effective treatment for irregular uterine bleeding associated with Norplant use only while it is being used. However, treatment for 5 days does not seem to provide long-term benefit.