- Recommendation ID
- CG30/4
- Question
The effect of injectable contraceptives on bone mineral density in women who have used DMPA for longer than 2 years is uncertain. Adequately powered surveys or cross‑sectional studies are needed to examine the recovery of bone mineral density after discontinuation of DMPA after long‑term and very long‑term use. Studies are also needed to examine the risk of bone fractures in older women.
- Any explanatory notes
(if applicable)
Source guidance details
- Comes from guidance
- Long-acting reversible contraception
- Number
- CG30
- Date issued
- October 2005
Other details
| Is this a recommendation for the use of a technology only in the context of research? | No |
| Is it a recommendation that suggests collection of data or the establishment of a register? | No |
| Last Reviewed | 01/07/2019 |