Knowledge, Values, and Preferences Regarding Contraceptive Choices Among Women Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Takeaways - MDSpire

Knowledge, Values, and Preferences Regarding Contraceptive Choices Among Women Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

  • By

  • Jimmy K Limdi

  • Sarah Rhodes

  • Eleanor Liu

  • Anish J Kuriakose Kuzhiyanjal

  • Matthew Brookes

  • Jennifer Farraye

  • Rachel Cannon

  • Elisabeth Woodhams

  • Francis A Farraye

  • November 27, 2024

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    Active inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at conception is linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes, highlighting the need for effective contraceptive counseling.

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    Among 338 surveyed women with IBD, 74% used contraception, with oral pills and barrier methods being the most common.

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    Women with active IBD were more likely to use long-acting contraception compared to those in remission, indicating differing contraceptive needs.

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    Only 25% of women discussed reproductive issues with their IBD clinician, despite 85% feeling comfortable doing so.

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    Women with IBD prioritize effective, easy-to-use contraceptives with minimal side effects, but lack knowledge on contraception options.

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Knowledge, Values, and Preferences Regarding Contraceptive Choices Among Women Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

  • by Jimmy K Limdi, Sarah Rhodes, Eleanor Liu, Anish J Kuriakose Kuzhiyanjal, Matthew Brookes, Jennifer Farraye, Rachel Cannon, Elisabeth Woodhams, Francis A Farraye

  • November 27, 2024

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