FSRH Clinical Guideline: Overweight, Obesity and Contraception (April 2019)
This guideline summarises the available evidence on contraceptive choices for women who are overweight and women with obesity (i.e. with body mass index 25 kg/m2 or higher). The guideline evaluates the interrelationship between contraception and weight and considerations such as bariatric surgery and weight loss medication.
Also available in digital format on the BMJ website: FSRH Guideline (April 2019) Overweight, Obesity and Contraception. BMJ Sexual & Reproductive Health 2019; 45:Suppl 2.
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