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Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine device (LNG-IUD) for symptomatic endometriosis following surgery [PDF]

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2021
BACKGROUND Endometriosis is a condition characterised by the presence of ectopic deposits of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, usually in the pelvis. The impact of laparoscopic treatment on overall pain is uncertain and a significant proportion
Tatjana Gibbons, Ektoras X Georgiou, Ying C Cheong, Michelle R Wise   +3 more
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Knowledge about the intrauterine device and interest in using it among women users of primary care services

Revista Latino-Americana de Enfermagem, 2020
Objective: to analyze the level of knowledge about the intrauterine device, the interest in using it and the relationship between these events among women in reproductive age.
Ana Luiza Vilela Borges, Karina Simão Araújo, Osmara Alves dos Santos, Renata Ferreira Sena Gonçalves, Elizabeth Fujimori, Eveline do Amor Divino   +5 more
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Postpartum intrauterine contraceptive device use and its associated factors in Ethiopia: systematic review and meta-analysis

Reproductive Health, 2021
Plain language summary Family planning (FP) is widely recognised as a life-saving and health-improving intervention for women and children. An IUCD is a small, “T-shaped” intrauterine contraceptive device inserted into a woman’s uterus.
Bekalu Getnet Kassa, Alemu Degu Ayele, Habtamu Gebrehana Belay, Adanech Getie Tefera, Gebrehiwot Ayalew Tiruneh, Netsanet Temesgen Ayenew, Gedefaye Nibret Mihiretie, Lebeza Alemu Tenaw, Abenezer Melkie Semahegn, Mulugeta Dilie Worku   +9 more
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Intrauterine Device [PDF]

Definitions, 2020
A device usually made of plastic or metal, inserted into the uterus to prevent conception. IUCD can be a coil, loop, triangle, or T in shape; its material can be impregnated with a pharmaceutical agent. The primary action of all IUCDs is the induction of
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Is Sounding the Uterus Prior to Intrauterine Device Placement Still Relevant? [PDF]

Int J Womens Health
Goldstuck ND.
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Misplaced intrauterine contraceptive device: an enigma

Open Access Journal of Contraception, 2010
Aruna Nigam, Ratna Biswas, Archana MishraDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, IndiaAbstract: Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) migration subsequent to uterine wall perforation is an uncommon but ...
Aruna Nigam, Ratna Biswas, Archana Mishra   +2 more
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Intrauterine Device Complications and Their Management

Current Obstetrics and Gynecology Reports, 2023
Purpose of Review Individuals are using intrauterine devices (IUDs) increasingly more frequently not only for contraception and emergency contraception, but also, in the case of hormonal IUDs, for the management of heavy menstrual bleeding and ...
Melissa G. Myo, B. Nguyen
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Association of the Timing of Postpartum Intrauterine Device Insertion and Breastfeeding With Risks of Intrauterine Device Expulsion

JAMA Network Open, 2022
Key Points Question Are timing of intrauterine device (IUD) insertion post partum and breastfeeding associated with the risk of IUD expulsion? Findings In this cohort study of 326 658 women, 5-year cumulative incidence of IUD expulsion was highest among ...
M. Armstrong, Tina Raine-Bennett, S. Reed, J. Gatz, D. Getahun, J. Schoendorf, D. Postlethwaite, M. Fassett, J. Peipert, Catherine W Saltus, M. Merchant, A. Alabaster, Xiaolei Zhou, L. Ichikawa, Jiaxiao M. Shi, V. Chiu, F. Xie, S. Hunter, Jinyi Wang, M. Ritchey, G. Chillemi, T. Im, H. Takhar, Federica Pisa, A. Asiimwe, M. Anthony   +25 more
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Risk factors for postpartum intrauterine device expulsion among women delivering at a tertiary Hospital in Uganda: a prospective cohort study

Contraception and Reproductive Medicine, 2021
Background Postpartum intrauterine device (PPIUD) use refers to intrauterine device (IUD) insertion after delivery but within 48 h of birth. In Uganda, the general use of modern methods of contraception is low with
Joy Muhumuza, Richard Migisha, Joseph Ngonzi, Musa Kayondo, Godfrey Mugyenyi   +4 more
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Trends of intrauterine device insertion and ‘Googling’ about intrauterine devices before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia

Digital Health, 2022
Objective The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted access to primary care in Australia. This could have negatively impacted reproductive health services rates such as intrauterine device insertion rates, and interest in seeking information about ...
Sarah D’Arcy, Chester Cao, Steve Ahn, Victoria Allan, Alireza Ahmadvand   +4 more
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