Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive Methods (LARC)

Today we review the classic topic of LARCs! We’ll spend our focus on the specifics of each method. However, in general LARCs are recommended by ACOG as the most effective form of reversible contraception. This is in large part due to their effectiveness independent of coitus and user motivation/adherence to the method. They also enjoy the highest continuation rate and user satisfaction of any method, along with their quality of being reversible with rapid return to fertility. There are also few contraindications to these methods — so what’s not to love?

We’ve put together a comparison table for your studying.

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