Transuterine Migration and Bowel Injury as a Complication of
Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
Candan İltemir DUVAN1, Ömer BAYRAK2, Dilek DOĞAN1, Nilgün Öztürk TURHAN1
Ankara-Turkey
Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) is a widely accepted method of contraception. Although IUD is one of the most effective contraceptive methods, the migration of it from the uterus is a rare but an extremely serious complication. The aim of this report is to emphasize the management and therapy of this complication.
(Gynecol Obstet Reprod Med 2006; 12:000-000)
Key Words: Intrauterine contraceptive device, Complication, Uterine perforation