Pharmacologic contraception methods for people with cystic fibrosis: A practical review for clinicians

J Cyst Fibros. 2024 Jul;23(4):653-657. doi: 10.1016/j.jcf.2024.01.003. Epub 2024 Jun 8.

Abstract

Over the last several decades, substantial treatment advances have improved the quality of life and median predicted survival in people with cystic fibrosis (PwCF). It is critical for CF clinicians to begin to discuss health considerations related to an aging and overall healthier CF population. Such considerations include family planning, reproductive health, and contraception. CF care teams are trusted sources of medical information and therefore often have initial discussions related to contraception for PwCF. The purpose of this article is to review the available pharmacologic contraceptive methods, with a specific focus on the benefits and risks that may be more relevant to PwCF.

Keywords: Contraception; Cystic fibrosis; Reproductive health.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Contraception* / methods
  • Cystic Fibrosis* / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Quality of Life