Dual method use among long-acting reversible contraceptive users.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To compare rates of dual method use (concurrent use of condoms and an effective method of contraception) in long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) and non-LARC hormonal contraceptive users, and to determine factors associated with dual method use.

Methods

We conducted a secondary analysis of the Contraceptive CHOICE Project, an observational, prospective cohort study of 9256 women in St. Louis, MO, USA. Our sample included 6744 women who initiated a contraceptive method within 3 months of enrollment, continued use at 6 months post-enrollment, and responded regarding dual method use. Our primary outcome was the rate of dual method use at 6 months post-enrollment.

Results

Dual method use was reported by 32% of LARC and 45% of non-LARC hormonal contracepti

SUBMITTER: Bernard C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6150759 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature