PIP: The association between oral contraceptives (OCs) and infarction is still not very clear. Only an epidemiological approach and statistical studies of known cases could shed light on the problem. Other risks associatd with OCs include arterial hypertension, obesity, glycoregulation problems, and blood coagulation problems. The association between OCs and the risk of thromboembolism during pregnancy is also not proved. Even if the risk of myocardial infarction is 2.7 times higher for a woman on OCs it is still lower than the risk of cardiovascular diseases or the risk of phlebitis. The physician should be aware of all possibilities before prescribing any oral contraceptives.