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Episode 595: How to slow the flow: Combined oral contraceptives

In episode 595, Mike and James invite Jennifer Young back to talk about the use of combined oral contraceptives for heavy menstrual bleeding (benign etiology) and see if they improve patient outcomes. They do! Have a listen to get all the numbers and see how they compare to using levonorgestrel-containing intrauterine devices or NSAIDs.

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Tools for Practice
1) How to Slow the Flow: Combined oral contraceptives
2) How to Slow the Flow: Tranexamic acid for heavy menstrual bleeding
3) How to Slow the Flow: Levonorgestrel intrauterine systems for heavy menstrual bleeding
4) How to Slow the Flow: NSAIDs for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

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