Clinical Inquiry: Do oral contraceptives carry a significant risk of stroke for women with migraines?

Clinical Inquiry: Do oral contraceptives carry a significant risk of stroke for women with migraines?
J Fam Pract. 2013 Nov;62(11):662-3
Authors: McClester M, Mounsey A, Mackler L
Abstract
Perhaps. Estrogen-containing oral contraceptives may raise the risk of ischemic stroke in women with migraine, particularly migraine with aura.
PMID: 24288713 [PubMed - in process]

Source: The Journal of Family Practice - November 1, 2013 Category: Practice Management Authors: McClester M, Mounsey A, Mackler L Tags: J Fam Pract Source Type: research