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

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

Kate H Rademacher  1 , Tabitha Sripipatana  2 , Anne Pfitzer  3 , Anna Mackay  4 , Sarah Thurston  5 , Ashley Jackson  6 , Elaine Menotti  2 , Hayley Traeger  7
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A Global Learning Agenda for the Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System (LNG IUS): Addressing Challenges and Opportunities to Increase Access

Kate H Rademacher et al. Glob Health Sci Pract. .

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.

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