Trends in the use of hormonal contraception in Estonia 2005-2019 and the risk of arterial and venous thromboembolism: a population-based study.

Katrin KurvitsOtt LaiusMaia UuskülaMade Laanpere

Published in: The European journal of contraception & reproductive health care : the official journal of the European Society of Contraception (2021)

In regards to the risk of thromboembolism, wider use of POCs and declining prevalence of CHCs in Estonia is positive trend. Still, women with history of thrombosis receiving CHC is a serious concern.

Keyphrases

venous thromboembolism
direct oral anticoagulants
pulmonary embolism
risk factors
polycystic ovary syndrome
type diabetes
insulin resistance
atrial fibrillation