Impact of contraceptive initiation on the cervicovaginal mucosa: results from the UMPALA multicentre, partially randomized patient-preference interventional trial
Background Long-acting contraceptives are widely used, providing superior efficacy and systemic safety; however, the impact of contraceptive initiation on female genital tract function and health has been understudied. Methods Non-pregnant, HIV-uninfected women aged 18–50 years were enrolled in a dual-centre partially...