Citation

Batur P. Cleve. Clin. J. Med. 2012; 79(11): 771-776.

Affiliation

Cleveland Clinic Independence Family Health Center, 5001 Rockside Road, Independence, OH 44131, USA. baturp@ccf.org

Comment In:

Cleve Clin J Med 2013;80(3):185.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, Cleveland Clinic Educational Foundation)

DOI

10.3949/ccjm.79a.12019

PMID

23125326

Abstract

Rates of unintended pregnancy and abortion are high, yet many doctors do not feel comfortable discussing emergency contraception with patients, even in cases of sexual assault. Since the approval of ulipristal acetate (ella) for emergency contraception, there has been even more confusion and controversy. This article reviews various emergency contraceptive options, their efficacy, and special considerations for use, and will attempt to clarify myths surrounding this topic.

Language: en