A comparison of the effects of norplant capsules and norplant 2 rods on clinical chemistry haemostatic changes

Singh, K.; Viegas, O.A.C.; Koh, C.L.S.; Ratnam, S.S.

Singapore Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology 22(1): 7-10, 12-15

1991


Document Number: 407863
Both the Norplant six capsule system and Norplant-2 rod system are subdermal contraceptive implants containing levonorgestrel only. The results of this comparative study show that the effects of both systems on haemostatic function are essentially similar. The acceptors have a possibly increased predisposition to thrombosis as evidenced by significant increase in platelet count and aggregability. Furthermore, the shortened prothrombin time and activated partial thromboplastin time together with changes in vitamin K factors indicate the possible enhanced potential for hypercoagulation.

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