Long-acting reversible contraception with etonogestrel implants in female macaques ( and ).

Journal: Frontiers in veterinary science
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Contraception is often required for management and population control purposes in group-housed and free-roaming non-human primates. Long-acting reversible contraceptives, including subdermal progestin-releasing implants, are preferred as they eliminate challenges associated with frequent administration. Etonogestrel (ENG)-releasing subdermal implants are reversible and long-acting for a minimum of 3 years, and are commercially available for human use as Implanon or Nexplanon.

Authors

  • Annemiek Maaskant
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.
  • Kimberly K Scarsi
    Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, College of Pharmacy, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, United States.
  • Lisette Meijer
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.
  • Sandra Roubos
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.
  • Annet L Louwerse
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.
  • Edmond J Remarque
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.
  • Jan A M Langermans
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.
  • Marieke A Stammes
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.
  • Jaco Bakker
    Biomedical Primate Research Centre, Rijswijk, Netherlands.

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