absorption of birth control pills after surgery

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Does anyone know if the absorption of

birth control decreases after surgery and if what percentage? I’ve worked

with bariatric surgery for 3 ½ years and we emphasize using 2 forms of birth

control after surgery for 18 months to 2 years. I had a patient in my initial

education class today who was told my her PCP that birth control pills are no

longer absorbed after surgery b/c the surgeon will bypass the absorption

site.  I think I would have a lot more

post-op pregnant women the first year if this is true b/c I know my patients

are not using 2 forms of birth control. If someone has any literature or

recommendations I would greatly appreciate it.

Beth Whelan, MS,RD,LD

Outpatient Dietitian

Harbin Clinic

office: (706) 378-8163

fax: (706) 238-8037

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