Chronic Cervical Perforation by an Intrauterine Device

The intrauterine device (IUD) is a widely used, highly effective method of birth control. Uterine perforation is a rare yet serious complication and is usually seen during insertion of the IUD. A regular examination is necessary for follow-up. We present a patient with an IUD that had perforated the...

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Published in:Journal of the Chinese Medical Association 2010-06, Vol.73 (6), p.325-326
Main Authors: Koltan, Semra Oruç, Tamay, Aslı Göker, Yıldırım, Yasemin
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
cervical perforation
Cervix Uteri - injuries
Chronic Disease
contraception
Female
Humans
Internal Medicine
intrauterine device
Intrauterine Devices - adverse effects
Uterine Perforation - etiology
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Summary:The intrauterine device (IUD) is a widely used, highly effective method of birth control. Uterine perforation is a rare yet serious complication and is usually seen during insertion of the IUD. A regular examination is necessary for follow-up. We present a patient with an IUD that had perforated the cervix. The diagnosis was made during routine gynecological examination, and the patient was treated in a timely manner before any complications such as ectopic pregnancy, intrauterine pregnancy, infection or irreversible harm to the cervix arose. This case stresses the importance of regular visits to maintain health and diagnose possible adverse effects of intrauterine contraceptive methods.
ISSN:1726-4901
1728-7731
DOI:10.1016/S1726-4901(10)70069-1