Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System for Contraception: An Expert Panel Consensus Statement

JOURNAL TITLE: Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Author
1. Leela Bhagavan
2. Sonia Naik
3. Uma Ram
4. Priti S Vyas
5. Anahita R Chauhan
6. Savitha Yelamanchi Devi
7. Jayanta Kumar Gupta
8. Jaishree Gajaraj
9. CV Kannaki
10. Jayanthi L Reddy
11. Kola Sasikala
12. Shobha N Gudi
ISSN
0974-8938
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10006-1813
Volume
12
Issue
5
Publishing Year
2020
Pages
6
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saifee Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, St. Philomena's Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sangita Maternity-Surgical and Diagnostic Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Apollo Gleneagles Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Swapna Health Care, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Thamarai Fertility Services, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Apollo Specialty Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lakshmi Clinic, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
    1. JJ Hospital, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
    1. Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    2. Seethapathy Clinic and Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Max Super Specialty Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, India
    1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cloud Nine Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
  • Article keywords

    Abstract

    Aim: The primary objective of this consensus document is to develop evidence-based consensus recommendations on the use of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) for contraception in the Indian setting. Background: The unintended pregnancy rate in India is among the highest in the world. Current contraceptive options for women in India include combined or progesterone-only contraceptive pills, vaginal ring, depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, copper intrauterine devices, LNG-IUS, and implants. However, currently, there are no India-specific guidelines/recommendations on the use of LNG-IUS in women. Therefore, an expert panel meeting was convened to arrive at practical recommendations for clinicians on the appropriate use of LNG-IUS. Review results: The panel comprising 15 obstetrics and gynecology experts from India discussed appropriate patient profiles for LNG-IUS and available evidence for the general population and women with comorbidities. The panel thoroughly reviewed the existing literature on contraception and put forth definitive recommendations to be followed on the use of LNG-IUS in the Indian setting. Consensus-based clinical recommendations were developed to serve as a reference for clinicians, regarding the use of LNG-IUS in the general population and women with comorbidities. Conclusion: The use of the LNG-IUS in selected population can ensure contraception and also enhance treatment outcomes. The consensus recommendations given in this document can guide clinicians toward the same in Indian settings. Clinical significance: The LNG-IUS, while being effective for contraception, offers several advantages in terms of reversibility, reduced pelvic infections, etc. Clinicians should carefully select the specific patient profiles/subgroups who would benefit from the use of LNG-IUS.

    © 2019 Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) LTD.   |   All Rights Reserved