UKMEC (15)

What is the UKMEC?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 11:35 AM
Why is there is a different UKMEC category for initiation versus continuation for some methods/conditions?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 3:39 PM
Can you give me details of the Migraine resource please?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 3:51 PM
I hadn't realised that in addition to the UKMEC there is a USMEC and a WHOMEC, all produced in a similar fashion using the latest evidence. Given that "it's all about safety", are the recommendations in all MECs the same? If not, why?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 4:21 PM
If <6 weeks postpartum is a high risk factor for VTE, why is it UKMEC 2 for Combined hormonal HC for women 3-6 weeks following childbirth and not breastfeeding and have no other risk for VTE? What are the “other risk factors for VTE”?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 4:54 PM
Does the UKMEC category for IUC insertion postpartum include consideration of the risk of infection and perforation?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 4:57 PM
Why is it UKMEC 1 for IUC insertion up to 48 hours following childbirth but UKMEC 3 when IUC is inserted after this time? Is insertion of LNG-IUS contraindicated in women who breastfeed due to unacceptable risk of perforation?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 5:07 PM
For “family history of VTE” does it just mean first degree relatives? Is this an unprovoked VTE or any VTE? (e.g related to post-surgery)

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 5:13 PM
Should we do PL testing on women with isolated Raynaud's phenomenon who request for COC? (UKMEC 2016)

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 5:23 PM
What will be the best contraception for women taking new epileptic drugs?

Modified on Fri, 1 Jul, 2022 at 5:27 PM