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The slow levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) 20 mcg/day: a literature review
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The slow levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) 20 mcg/day: a literature review
Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol.
2010.
Abstract
The aim of the study is to present the mechanisms of action, indications, complications, contraindications and the necessary tests before the insertion of a levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (Mirena). After a literature search in Pubmed, a narrative review in the field is presented.
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