Risk of venous thrombosis in users of hormonal contraceptives in German gynaecological practices- a patient database analysis
K Kostev, V Ziller, M Ziller · Das Gesundheitswesen · 2013 · Heft 09
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Purpose: Recent studies showed differences in the risk of venous thrombosis between different combined hormonal contraceptives. Database studies comprising large cohorts can add relevant aspects in a daily clinical practice manner. The purpose of this study was the evaluation of different progesterone derivatives in combination with ethinylestradiol on the risk of venous thrombosis in Germany. Methods: Computerized data from 68,168 contraceptive users in gynaecological practices throughout Germany (Disease Analyzer database) were analysed. The adjusted Odds ratios for risk of thrombosis were estimated in users o…