Publications by authors named "M Clint Steinfeldt"
Background: Contraceptives play a crucial role in women's reproductive health, their hormonal components may be linked to cancer risks, specifically breast, and gynecological cancers. Given the high usage rates of hormonal contraceptives, it is vital to systematically evaluate their potential impact on cancer outcomes, especially among women with a family history of gynecological cancers.
Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the evidence on the association between modern contraceptive use and the risk of breast and reproductive cancers (ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancer) among women of reproductive age, to inform healthcare providers, women, and program managers about cancer outcomes related to contraceptive use.
The Impact of Home Medication Management Practices on Medication Adherence.
Behav Sci (Basel)
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Medication adherence is a significant issue, with over 50% of US adults not following their prescribed medication regimens, mainly because they manage their medications at home.
- A study of 1,673 survey respondents revealed common medication storage locations, with nightstands and kitchen cabinets linked to forgetfulness in taking medication, while certain locations like desks and dining tables were associated with better adherence.
- Most respondents (96%) expressed willingness to receive advice from healthcare providers on medication storage, highlighting the potential for tailored interventions to improve adherence through personalized guidance.
Treatments of unscheduled vaginal bleeding due to progestin-only contraception.
Cochrane Database Syst Rev
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- The protocol outlines a Cochrane Review aimed at assessing treatment options for unscheduled vaginal bleeding in premenopausal women.
- The review will focus on evaluating the effectiveness, safety, and side effects of progestin-only pills as a treatment method.
- The overall goal is to provide reliable evidence on the use of these treatments for women experiencing this health issue.
Assessing the impact of hormonal contraceptive use on menstrual health among women of reproductive age - a systematic review.
Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care
October 2024
Background: Contraceptive methods are well-established in their ability to prevent pregnancy and increase individual agency in childbearing. Evidence suggests that contraceptives can also be used to treat adverse conditions associated with menstruation, including abnormal and prolonged uterine bleeding, heavy menstrual bleeding, painful menstruation, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and premenstrual dysphoric disorders.This review investigates the effects of contraceptive techniques such as contraceptive pills, and long-acting reversible contraceptives (e.
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