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Case Reports
. 2008 Jan-Mar;12(1):97-100.

The perforated intrauterine device: endoscopic retrieval

Eric M Heinberg  1 , Travis W McCoy, Resad Pasic
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Case Reports

The perforated intrauterine device: endoscopic retrieval

Eric M Heinberg et al. JSLS. 2008 Jan-Mar.

Abstract

Background: Uterine perforation is the most serious complication associated with an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD). Minimally invasive techniques, such as hysteroscopy and advanced laparoscopy, are ideally suited to the diagnosis and surgical management of the perforated IUD.

Case reports: Three cases of uterine perforation caused by an IUD and treated with endoscopic surgery are presented. In all 3 cases, the IUD was located by using x-rays, ultrasonography, or pelvic magnetic resonance imaging. Diagnostic laparoscopy was performed to identify the specific location of the IUD and to remove it. All patients recovered without incident.

Conclusion: The gynecologic surgeon should acquire familiarity with the complications of, and proficiency in managing, perforated and ectopic IUDs by using modern surgical techniques that permit the patient's rapid return to health.

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