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ArticleInternational journal of surgery case reports2024

Case report of an unusual finding of intrauterine contraceptive device in the rectum.

M E Isikhuemen, A G Idolor, C U Uwagboe, J D K Sodje, C J Anya, F E Okonofua

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Article in International journal of surgery case reports, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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  2. Endoscopic Retrieval of Migrated Uterine Device: Case Report.GE Portuguese journal of gastroenterology · 2024
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6 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

M E IsikhuemenDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria. Electronic address: maradona4real2002@yahoo.com.
A G IdolorDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria.
C U UwagboeDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria.
J D K SodjeDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria.
C J AnyaDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria.
F E OkonofuaDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria; Centre Leader, African Centre of Excellence in Reproductive Health Innovation (CERHI), University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria.
University of Benin Teaching Hospital · NG

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionIntrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) is a safe and effective method of contraception. It is however rarely associated with complications. Migration of this device to the rectum is very rare. We report a case of IUCD migrating to the rectum with the history of missing IUCD strings. PRESENTATION OF CASE: A 32-year-old multipara presented 8 weeks following IUCD insertion with missing thread, ultrasound scan done showed a viable pregnancy with IUCD in-situ. Following vaginal examination, IUCD could not be retrieved. Pregnancy was allowed to continue for IUCD to be retrieved at delivery. She presented again about 6 weeks later with IUCD strings protruding through the rectum and was subsequently removed. DISCUSSION: Uterine perforation and migration of IUCD into the pelvic organs is an uncommon but major complication following insertion of the device. The risk of perforation appears to depend on type of device, skill of the operator and position of the uterus. Postpartum insertion, lactation and atrophic uterus also increase risk of perforation.

conclusionperforation and migration of IUCD to the rectum is a rare but possible complication of following insertion of the device. Family planning providers should continue to undergo training and retraining to minimize complications associated with the use of IUCD.

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Intrauterine contraceptive deviceIUCD stringsRectumUterine perforation

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