Question

A postpartum patient 2 weeks after delivery is breastfeeding and requests combined oral contraceptives. She has no VTE risk factors. According to U.S. MEC, what is the classification within 21 days postpartum?

Accepted Answer

Category 4 (unacceptable risk)

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Category 1 (no restriction)

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Category 2 (advantages outweigh risks)

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Category 3 (risks usually outweigh advantages)

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Category 5 (contraindicated in pregnancy only)

Practice question

A postpartum patient 2 weeks after delivery is breastfeeding and requests combined oral contraceptives. She has no VTE risk factors. According to U.S. MEC, what is the classification within 21 days postpartum?