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Date of Award
Spring 2025
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Kimberly Erickson
Abstract
The CME article “Long term effects of Hormonal Contraception” reviews meta-analyses, peer-reviewed clinical studies, and current clinical guidelines regarding long-term systemic effects of hormonal contraceptive use. Hormonal contraceptives are commonly prescribed for pregnancy prevention and other medical indications, such as dysmenorrhea, acne, polycystic ovarian syndrome and heavy menstrual bleeding. Emerging data on hormonal contraception has found protective benefits and potentially harmful effects. The article collaborates findings on the associations between hormonal contraceptive use and risks involved, including venous thromboembolism (VTE), various cancers, inflammatory bowel disease, bone mineral density changes and folate deficiency. The results of some clinical studies remain controversial, which emphasizes the need for further research. This CME encourages providers to use current evidence-based research when prescribing hormonal contraceptives.
Recommended Citation
Kukfa, Kristen, "Long Term Effects of Hormonal Contraception" (2025). Capstone Showcase. 22.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2025/pa/22
Long Term Effects of Hormonal Contraception
The CME article “Long term effects of Hormonal Contraception” reviews meta-analyses, peer-reviewed clinical studies, and current clinical guidelines regarding long-term systemic effects of hormonal contraceptive use. Hormonal contraceptives are commonly prescribed for pregnancy prevention and other medical indications, such as dysmenorrhea, acne, polycystic ovarian syndrome and heavy menstrual bleeding. Emerging data on hormonal contraception has found protective benefits and potentially harmful effects. The article collaborates findings on the associations between hormonal contraceptive use and risks involved, including venous thromboembolism (VTE), various cancers, inflammatory bowel disease, bone mineral density changes and folate deficiency. The results of some clinical studies remain controversial, which emphasizes the need for further research. This CME encourages providers to use current evidence-based research when prescribing hormonal contraceptives.