Intrauterine foreign bodies, other than contraceptive devices and systems, may affect fertility - report of two very different cases

Abstract

Objectives: To present two cases in which foreign bodies in the uterine cavity had a contraceptive effect for the duration of their presence in utero.

Case: One case of endometrial osseous metaplasia and another case with unabsorbed suture material after a caesarean section resulted in foreign bodies acting like an intrauterine contraceptive. Ultrasound was used to diagnose the conditions, and hysteroscopy to remove the foreign bodies.

Conclusion: Foreign intrauterine bodies should be considered in cases of infertility.