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Implant and obesity — DFSRH MCQ

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A 28-year-old woman with BMI 42 kg/m2 requests an etonogestrel implant. She has no other medical problems and no interacting medicines. What is the UKMEC category for implant use?

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Correct answer: E — UKMEC 1

Obesity alone does not restrict implant use under UKMEC. CHC has a different risk profile. Do not assume weight reduces implant eligibility.

Reference: UK Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (UKMEC) 2025; FSRH Clinical Guidelines