Steroid contraception and the risk of neoplasia : report of a WHO scientific group, meeting held in Geneva from 5 to 9 December 1977

1. Introduction -- 2. Combination oral contraceptives -- 3. Progestogen-only contraceptives -- 4. Estrogens used for non-contraceptive purpose -- 5. Methodological considerations -- 6. Relevance of existing data from more developed countries to disease risk in less developed countries -- 7. Recommendations -- References

Evaluates the design and findings of epidemiological studies focused on the link between the use of steroid contraceptives and cancer in women. Data evaluated cover combined and progestogen-only contraceptives, and estrogens used for non-contraceptive purposes. A brief concluding section considers the relevance of these findings to developing countries.