Contraception: What to use after a solid-organ transplant?

Solid-organ transplant increases the physical and mental well-being of women suffering from chronic kidney diseases. It also improves the menstrual and reproductive function of the transplant recipient, putting a woman at risk of unplanned pregnancy. Various contraceptive options are available to su...

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Published in:Advances in human biology 2021-10, Vol.11 (4), p.13-17
Main Authors: Shah, Kunur, Choudhary, Sumesh, Mishra, Vineet, Aggarwal, Rohina
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Chronic kidney failure
contraceptive methods
Family planning
Health aspects
medical eligibility criteria
Oral contraceptives
solid-organ transplant
transplant recipient
Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc
Women
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Summary:Solid-organ transplant increases the physical and mental well-being of women suffering from chronic kidney diseases. It also improves the menstrual and reproductive function of the transplant recipient, putting a woman at risk of unplanned pregnancy. Various contraceptive options are available to such women. According to the World Health Organization Medical Eligibility Criteria, almost all contraceptive methods belong to Category 2 for uncomplicated post-transplant recipients. For complicated renal-transplant patients, intra-uterine devices are Category 3/2, and combined hormonal contraceptives are Category 4. It is of paramount importance to discuss the pros and cons of each method, and this counselling should be included routinely before undergoing transplant surgery.
ISSN:2321-8568
2348-4691
DOI:10.4103/aihb.aihb_70_21