European Journal of Contraception and Reproductive Health Care

Aims & Scope

The Official Journal of the European Society of Contraception and Reproductive Health, The European Journal of Contraception and Reproductive Health Care publishes original peer-reviewed research papers as well as review papers and other appropriate educational material.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2
2024	1.90

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	8271

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	357

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.688

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	55

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• The effects of Implanon® on menstrual bleeding patterns

  Citation: 194

  Authors: Diana, Tjeerd, Maya, Ian S.

• Contraceptive use and behavior in the 21st century: a comprehensive study across five European countries

  Citation: 140

  Authors: SO

• Analysis of risk factors associated with uterine perforation by intrauterine devices

  Citation: 121

  Authors: E., N., B. Ö., S.

• Barriers to condom use

  Citation: 119

  Authors: N. N.

• Pathogenesis of endometriosis: The role of defective ‘immunosurveillance’

  Citation: 112

  Authors: George, Areti, Irene, Vasilios, George

• The effects of age, body mass index, smoking and general health on the risk of venous thromboembolism in users of combined oral contraceptives

  Citation: 111

  Authors: A. L., R. A., E. L., T. J., K. D., R. D. T.

• Combined hormonal contraception and its effects on mood: a critical review

  Citation: 111

  Authors: Jonathan, Brett L., Tamar L.

• Efficacy of contraceptive methods: A review of the literature

  Citation: 111

  Authors: Diana, Pirjo, Kristina

• A double-blind study comparing the contraceptive efficacy, acceptability and safety of two progestogen-only pills containing desogestrel 75 μg/day or levonorgestrel 30 μg/day: Collaborative Study Group on the Desogestrel-containing Progestogen-only Pill

  Citation: 110

  Authors: T.

• Childbearing, the desire to have children, and awareness about the impact of age on female fertility among Finnish university students

  Citation: 110

  Authors: Aira, Sirpa, Teppo, Kristina

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