Implanon® failure in an HIV-positive woman on antiretroviral therapy resulting in two ectopic pregnancies

McCarty, E.J.; Keane, H.; Quinn, K.; Quah, S.

International Journal of Std and Aids 22(7): 413-414

2011


ISSN/ISBN: 0956-4624
PMID: 21729965
DOI: 10.1258/ijsa.2009.009469
Document Number: 221867
Since its introduction in 1999, Implanon® remains one of the preferred contraceptive choices for many women as it offers a highly effective means of long-term contraception for three years that does not rely on adherence. Like all hormonal contraceptives, certain hepatic enzyme-inducing drugs may reduce its efficacy. We present an interesting case of an HIV-positive woman on antiretroviral therapy having tubal pregnancies on two separate occasions with Implanon in place.

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