Incidentally discovered extrauterine migration of a Lippes loop: should we let it stay?
Northwestern Medical JournalIntrauterine devices (IUDs), a form of long-acting reversible fertility control, are often preferred for preventing pregnancy. The Lippes loops, made of plastic, are inserted into the uterus via the cervix, fitting into the uterine cavity.
Ayşenur Buz Yaşar +2 more
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Influence of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system on the risk of breast cancer: a systematic review. [PDF]
, 2022 PURPOSE The intention of this systematic review was to analyze the literature on breast cancer (BC) and the use of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS).
Janka, Heidrun +3 more
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Intrauterine devices and risk of uterine perforation: current perspectives [PDF]
, 2016 Uterine perforation is an uncommon complication of intrauterine device insertion, with an incidence of one in 1,000 insertions. Perforation may be complete, with the device totally in the abdominal cavity, or partial, with the device to varying degrees ...
Horwell, D.H., Oloto, E., Rowlands, Sam
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Matrix and reservoir-type multipurpose vaginal rings for controlled release of dapivirine and levonorgestrel [PDF]
, 2016 A matrix-type silicone elastomer vaginal ring providing 28-day continuous release of dapivirine (DPV) - a lead candidate human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) microbicide compound - has recently demonstrated moderate levels of protection in two ...
Blanda, Wendy +10 more
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Contraception in chronic kidney disease: a best practice position statement by the Kidney and Pregnancy Group of the Italian Society of Nephrology [PDF]
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Anna Maria Paoletti +13 more
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Thirty years of mirena : A story of innovation and change in women's healthcare [PDF]
, 2021 Since its introduction in 1990, the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) has played a key role in shaping the healthcare landscape of women. Here we explore the development of the first LNG-IUS (Mirena (R)) and the early clinical trials
Caetano, Cecilia +5 more
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Long-Acting Reversible Contraception [PDF]
, 2017 This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they exist.
Curtis, Kathryn M., Peipert, Jeffrey F.
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Ravimvormide terminoloogia ja klassifitseerimine [PDF]
, 2015 Eesti Arst 2015; 94(4):242 ...
Kogermann, Karin, Paaver, Urve
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Postpartum contraception: A matter of guidelines [PDF]
, 2023 : The postpartum period is the perfect time to access family planning services. WHO guidelines contraindicate combined hormonal contraceptives postpartum in breastfeeding patients between 6 weeks and 6 months after delivery (Medical Eligibility Criteria ...
Del Savio, Maria C +3 more
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