A Global Learning Agenda for the Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System (LNG IUS): Addressing Challenges and Opportunities to Increase Access

Glob Health Sci Pract. 2018 Dec 27;6(4):635-643. doi: 10.9745/GHSP-D-18-00383. Print 2018 Dec 27.

Abstract

The LNG IUS is one of the most effective forms of reversible contraception and has important noncontraceptive benefits but is currently not used at scale in any Family Planning 2020 focus country. A global working group developed a shared learning agenda to answer critical questions, harmonize approaches, avoid duplication, and facilitate introduction of the method within the context of informed choice.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Contraceptive Agents, Female*
  • Health Services Accessibility / organization & administration*
  • Health Services Needs and Demand
  • Humans
  • Internationality*
  • Intrauterine Devices, Medicated* / economics
  • Learning*
  • Levonorgestrel*

Substances

  • Contraceptive Agents, Female
  • Levonorgestrel