Read MoreReasons for discontinuation of IUD:
Bleeding Pattern (27.5%), Pain (25%), Weight Gain (5%); Other Reasons (42.5%)
Read MoreAmong women who had their PPCuIUD removed, almost two thirds (64.9%) cited associated side effects like bleeding, pain in abdomen and discharge as the primary reason for removal.
Read MoreBaseline generalized pelvic pain may not be a risk factor for IUD discontinuation within one year of placement.
Read MoreVaginal administration of 0.5-mg nitroglycerin gel 30 min prior to IUD placement does not appear to decrease patient-reported procedural pain among nulliparous women or ease of insertion for providers.
Read More“Compared with oral contraceptives copper IUDs have less severe side effects but less safety at the same time-especially for the younger fertile age group. Therefore they should be offered to young nulliparous women only for a limited period of time.”
