Hormonal Contraception and Risk of Thromboembolism in Women With Diabetes

CONCLUSIONS The absolute risk of thromboembolism among women with type 1 or 2 diabetes using hormonal contraception is low. Highly effective, intrauterine and subdermal contraceptives are excellent options for women with diabetes who hope to avoid the teratogenic effects of hyperglycemia by carefully planning their pregnancies.
Source: Diabetes Care - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: Epidemiology/Health Services Research Source Type: research