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Sonographically guided insertion of intrauterine device: Indications and results
Author(s) -
Balica Adrian C.,
Kim ChiSon,
Egan Susan,
Ayers Charletta A.,
Bachmann Gloria A.
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
journal of clinical ultrasound
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.272
H-Index - 61
eISSN - 1097-0096
pISSN - 0091-2751
DOI - 10.1002/jcu.22557
Subject(s) - medicine , intrauterine device , referral , surgery , population , ultrasound , radiology , family planning , research methodology , nursing , environmental health
From 2011 to 2015, a total of 67 patients were referred for IUD insertion guided with transabdominal sonography (TAS). Fifty‐six of the 67 patients had successful IUD insertion under TAS guidance. The clinical indications for referral included fibroids, uterine position, previous history of IUD expulsion, and limited tolerance of pelvic examination. Reasons for failed TAS‐guided IUD insertion included patient discomfort, cervical stenosis, and inability to remove and replace an existing device. Ultrasound guidance could help broaden the patient population that may benefit from the therapeutic value of an IUD.