Return of the IUD: Long-acting Reversible Contraception Is Safe and Effective

JAMA Clinical Reviews

English - July 06, 2018 15:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB - ★★★★★ - 413 ratings
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Misplaced fears about IUDs have caused them to be avoided by many women, despite the fact that they are very safe and among the most effective means for contraception. In this JAMA Clinical Reviews podcast, we review long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) and how contraceptive practices were affected by the Dalkon Shield tragedy.