Contraception
By: Ailsa E. Gebbie, Katharine O'Connell White
Contributors: White, Katharine O'Connell; Glasier, Anna
Edition: 3rd ed. / Ailsa E. Gebbie, Katharine O'Connell White.
Series: Fast facts; Fast facts
Publisher: Health Press
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Abingdon, Oxon
Language: eng
Number of pages: 115
ISBN-13: 9781905832590; 9781905832507; 9786612067624
Subjects: Contraception; HEALTH & FITNESS; Sexuality; MEDICAL; Reproductive Medicine & Technology; Contraceptive Agents; Contraceptive Devices
Description: "This completely revised third edition of 'Fast Facts: Contraception', by two new authors of international renown, provides a concise and practical review of all the available contraceptive methods on the market in a highly readable well-illustrated format. Highlights of this comprehensive handbook include: a commonsense approach to the contraception consultation; fully updated information on recently licensed products; and, discussion of the risks, benefits and contraindications for all contraceptive methods. 'Fast Facts: Contraception' is an invaluable resource that will help healthcare professionals and specialists offer a broader range of contraceptive methods along with appropriate advice on the most suitable options."--Publisher's description.
Notes: Previous edition: 2005.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Choosing a contraceptive method; title: Combined hormonal contraception; title: Progestogen-only methods; title: Intrauterine devices and systems; title: Barrier methods; title: Emergency contraception; title: Female sterilization; title: Vasectomy and hormonal methods for men; title: Biologically based methods; title: Postpartum contraception.