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Review
. 1995 Dec:(6):1-35.

IUDs--an update

No authors listed
  • PMID: 8724322
Review

IUDs--an update

No authors listed. Popul Rep B. 1995 Dec.

Abstract

The intrauterine devices (IUDs) now available offer almost available offer almost complete protection from pregnancy. Some models are effective longer than any other reversible family planning method. Correctly inserted, IUDs are safe for women at low risk of sexually transmitted disease. In fact, because IUDs prevent pregnancy so well, they save many lives.

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