A systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence and association between levonorgestrel and ectopic pregnancy.

Bannawich Sapapsap Nattawut Leelakanok Kansak Boonpattharatthiti Tippawan Siritientong Janthima Methaneethorn

Published in: Expert opinion on drug safety (2023)

Women with extrauterine or ectopic pregnancy had higher odds of using levonorgestrel emergency oral contraceptives than those with intrauterine pregnancy. However, the prevalence of ectopic pregnancy is rare.

Keyphrases

preterm birth
pregnancy outcomes
risk factors
emergency department
public health
healthcare