This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Contraceptives, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
POPs carry a risk of: 
Select and explain. 
A. Hypertension, B. Embolism, C. Irregular bleeding, D. Ectopic pregnancy
D: Ectopic pregnancy
Answer: D: Ectopic pregnancy 
Explanation: Ans. is d, i.e. Ectopic pregnancyRef: William Gynae 3rd/ed, pl27Irregular bleeding is a side effect of POPs. They carry an increased risk of ectopic pregnancy (if failure of method occurs)Other drawbacks:* Increased rate of failure as compared to OCPs* Increased chances of developing functional ovarian cyst.