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Query: UMLS:C0034065 (pulmonary embolism)
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Oral contraceptives are discussed with respect to: 1) the relationship between orals and thrombophlebitis and pulmonary embolism, cerbrovascular accidents, and hypertension; 2) effects of contraceptives on subsequent pregnancy; 3) postpartum use of oral contraceptives; 4) effects of orals on menopause; 5) the growth of uterine leiomyomas; 6) breast and ovarian changes; 7) relation of oral contraceptives to secondary amenorrhea and infertility; 8) relationship between orals and cancer of the breast and cervix, and endometrial carcinoma; and 9) contraindications and cautions in the use of oral contraceptives.
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PMID:Present status of oral contraceptives: 2. Complications, special considerations, relationship to cancer, cautions. 1222 84