Long acting reversible contraception

Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) is the collective name for intrauterine contraception (copper intrauterine devices and levonorgestrel intrauterine systems) and the subdermal contraceptive implant. LARC methods are highly effective, require minimal user effort and do not require regular healthcare appointments; however the insertion and removal procedures can only be undertaken by clinicians trained to do so. The progestogen-only subdermal implant is the most effective method of reversible contraception in the United Kingdom and is licensed for 3 years.

Source: Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine - June 4, 2021 Category: OBGYN Authors: Katie Boog, Michelle Cooper Tags: Review Source Type: research