Why the study?
Does the use of third generation oral contraceptives alter the risk of myocardial infarction compared to second generation oral contraceptives in women aged 16-44?
Population
651 women aged 16-44, multinational.
Comparison
Third generation combined oral contraceptives vs Second generation combined oral contraceptives
Design
Case-control
Authors
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May suggest lower MI risk with third- vs second-generation OCs; leaves open whether any true difference exists in larger studies.
Does the use of third generation oral contraceptives alter the risk of myocardial infarction compared to second generation oral contraceptives in women aged 16-44?
Third generation oral contraceptives may be associated with a reduced or similar risk of myocardial infarction compared to second generation products, though results were not statistically significant and require cautious interpretation.
Lewis et al. (1996) studied this question.
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