Abstract
The influence of consumption of contraceptives to female body’s hormones could affect bone formation. The purpose of this study was to assess any possible change in bone density of young women who were taking oral contraceptives, compared with those who were not. Women who participated in this study were 18-25 years old and were divided into two groups, experimental and control. Contraceptive tablets containing 20 μgrs ethinyl estradiol and 3 mgr drosperinonis were given to women of the experimental group for 21 days. Data necessary for every woman was recorded (weight, height, gynecological age, chronological age). Bone density was measured at the lumbar spine [O2-O4] and femoral neck with the DEXA method [DMS Challenger]. Measurements were taken at the beginning of the study and after the period of 12 and 24 months. Our study concluded that oral contraceptive use did not cause any significant change to bone density group of young women.
Published Version (
Free)
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call