This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (intervention). The objectives are as follows:

This protocol reports the rationale and methods for a systematic review of contraception decision aids for improving care and effective method use:

Primary objective

Examine the effectiveness of decision aids when used in contraception counselling, both on contraceptive choice and use.

Secondary objectives

Compare the effectiveness of clinic-based and out-of-clinic interventions.

Determine whether the effectiveness of decision aids is associated with socioeconomic status.