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Contraception

Supplemental Appendix

US MEC Summary Chart

US Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraception

Recommended Action for Late or Missed Contraception

References for U.S SPR 2024

Intrauterine Contraception

Implant Contraceptives

Combined Hormonal Contraceptives

Standard Days Method

Progestin Only Pills

Management During Contraception

How to Be Reasonably Certain That a Patient is Not Pregnant

Emergency Contraception

Permanent Contraception

U.S SPR Conclusion

When to Start Contraception

When Contraceptive Protection is No Longer Needed

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