Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use

This document reviews the medical eligibility criteria for use of contraception, offering guidance on the safety of use of 19 different methods for women and men with specific characteristics or known medical conditions. The recommendations are based systematic reviews of available clinical and epidemiological research. It is intended to be used by policy-makers, programme managers, and the scientific community, and aim to support national programs in the preparation of service delivery guidelines.