A 34-year-old woman with a family history of ovarian cancer asks about the effect of CHC on ovarian cancer risk. What should she be told?...

Question

A 34-year-old woman with a family history of ovarian cancer asks about the effect of CHC on ovarian cancer risk. What should she be told?

Accepted Answer

CHC use is associated with a reduced risk of ovarian cancer, with protection lasting for years after discontinuation

Answer

CHC increases the risk of ovarian cancer

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CHC has no effect on ovarian cancer risk

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The protective effect only applies to women who use CHC for more than 10 years

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Only the combined vaginal ring protects against ovarian cancer

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): CHC Ovarian Cancer Protection