Which woman is a safe candidate for the use of oral contraceptives?

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Oral contraceptives increase the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular events, particularly in women over 35 years old who smoke cigarettes or have a history of thrombophlebitis. A 16-year-old with a benign liver tumor may also have an increased risk of complications from oral contraceptives. A woman who suspects she may be pregnant should not start oral contraceptives until pregnancy has been ruled out. Therefore, the safest candidate for oral contraceptives is a 43-year-old who does not smoke cigarettes.

Which Woman Is a Safe Candidate for the Use of Oral