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Abstract
This seven-case anecdotal report is presented to alert physicians to the possibility of the formation of functional ovarian cysts during use of phasic contraceptive pills. The patients were studied by the combination of history, physical examination, ultrasound examination, and in two cases surgery. The occurrence of functional ovarian cysts during the use of phasic contraceptive pills is well established while not well appreciated by practicing physicians. This seven-case presentation strongly suggests that phasic contraceptive pills may be a threat to patient health and safety. It is suggested that further studies be undertaken to better understand the pathophysiology.Entities:
Keywords: Biology; Case Studies; Contraception; Contraceptive Agents; Contraceptive Agents, Female; Contraceptive Methods--beneficial effects; Contraceptive Methods--side effects; Diseases; Family Planning; Genital Effects, Female; Genitalia; Genitalia, Female; Oral Contraceptives, Combined--side effects; Oral Contraceptives, Phasic--side effects; Oral Contraceptives--beneficial effects; Ovarian Cysts--etiology; Ovarian Effects; Ovary; Physiology; Research Methodology; Studies; Urogenital Effects; Urogenital System
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Year: 1987 PMID： 3296761 DOI： 10.1016/0002-9378(87)90028-7
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Am J Obstet Gynecol ISSN： 0002-9378 Impact factor: 8.661