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Intrauterine Devices (Intrauterine Device)

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Contraceptive devices placed high in the uterine fundus.

Also Known As:

Intrauterine Device; Intrauterine Contraceptive Device; Contraceptive IUD; Contraceptive IUDs; IUD, Unmedicated; Unmedicated IUDs; Contraceptive Device, Intrauterine; Device, Intrauterine; Device, Intrauterine Contraceptive; Devices, Intrauterine; Devices, Intrauterine Contraceptive; IUD, Contraceptive; IUDs, Contraceptive; Intrauterine Contraceptive Devices; Unmedicated IUD; Contraceptive Devices, Intrauterine

Networked: 1548 relevant articles (49 outcomes, 115 trials/studies)

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Therapy Context: Research Results

Equipment and Supplies
- Contraceptive Devices: 94
  - Female Contraceptive Devices: 182
    - Intrauterine Devices: 1548
      - Medicated Intrauterine Devices: 14

Experts

1.	Curtis, Kathryn M: 9 articles (05/2013 - 06/2002)
2.	Hubacher, David: 6 articles (01/2015 - 06/2004)
3.	Marchbanks, Polly A: 5 articles (05/2013 - 07/2010)
4.	Zheng, Wei: 4 articles (08/2015 - 11/2006)
5.	Jensen, Jeffrey T: 4 articles (03/2015 - 12/2002)
6.	Espey, Eve: 4 articles (03/2015 - 06/2002)
7.	Madden, Tessa: 4 articles (01/2015 - 03/2012)
8.	Peipert, Jeffrey F: 4 articles (01/2015 - 03/2012)
9.	Tepper, Naomi K: 4 articles (05/2013 - 07/2010)
10.	Grimes, D A: 4 articles (01/2006 - 09/2000)

Related Diseases

1.	Menorrhagia 04/26/2003 - "The development of progestagen-releasing intrauterine devices, which provide effective treatment for menorrhagia and are also an effective and reversible form of contraception, may mean that the uptake of second-generation surgical ablation techniques is less widespread than some proponents of these new technologies suggest." 07/01/2004 - "To observe the efficacy of Xiaoyan Zhixue Capsule (XYZXC) in treating uterus abnormal menorrhagia caused by intrauterine device (IUD) and to study its mechanism. " 06/01/2013 - "Three-dimensional power Doppler study of endometrial and subendometrial microvascularization in women with intrauterine device-induced menorrhagia." 07/01/2004 - "[Study on clinical efficacy and mechanism of xiaoyan zhixue capsule in treating menorrhagia caused by intrauterine device]." 11/01/2003 - "Both mechanisms of action may have therapeutic value for the treatment of intrauterine device (IUD)-related menorrhagia, which is believed to be caused not only by altered local haemostasis but also-according to a new hypothesis-by decreased vascular uterine resistance. "
2.	Endometriosis (Adenomyosis) 10/01/2010 - "In this case series, we further evaluated the efficacy of VPA, with or without a progestin-containing intrauterine device, in the treatment of patients with adenomyosis. " 09/01/2011 - "Rectum penetration that was caused by the displacement of an intrauterine device and mimicked rectal endometriosis." 11/01/2007 - "Symptomatic large bowel endometriosis in a woman with a hormonal intrauterine device: a case report." 03/01/2005 - "Thirty-four women with laparoscopically confirmed minimal to moderate symptomatic endometriosis offered insertion of an intrauterine device at diagnostic laparoscopy were followed up at 1, 3 and 6 months, and then every 6 months for 3 years. " 05/01/2001 - "One ascertained also, that sensibilizing of doctors on predisposing factors to formations of endometriosis (congenital malformations, intrauterine device) can contribute to preventive activities."
3.	Hemorrhage 12/01/2015 - "This trial randomized participants 1:1 to use text messages or paper diaries to report on bleeding experienced during the 90days after intrauterine device (IUD) insertion. " 10/01/1981 - "The Women's Health Study, a concurrent case-control study at 16 hospitals in 9 cities across the United States, examined the relationship between intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) use and unexplained vaginal bleeding severe enough to require hospitalization. " 12/01/2015 - "A randomized controlled trial of daily text messages versus monthly paper diaries to collect bleeding data after intrauterine device insertion." 07/01/2015 - "Evidence on the risk of unintended pregnancies in young women--with a special emphasis in Europe, barriers associated with a lower-than-desirable use of LARC methods--especially intrauterine devices (IUD and IUS), and the potential benefits of the new IUS12 including changes in bleeding pattern, safety and user satisfaction--especially with respect to nulliparous and adolescents--are reviewed here. " 01/01/2015 - "We sought to examine the short-term (3- and 6-month), self-reported bleeding and cramping patterns with intrauterine devices (IUDs) and the contraceptive implant, and the association of these symptoms with method satisfaction. "
4.	Pain (Aches) 01/01/2014 - "This study investigated if providers accurately assess pain during intrauterine device (IUD) insertion. " 11/01/2013 - "After adjustment for other study factors, the use of a progestin intrauterine device was the only factor based on the preceding year associated with pelvic girdle pain [adjusted odds ratios (OR) 1.20; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.11-1.31]. " 12/01/2015 - "Evidence also shows that traditional methods of pain control with intrauterine device (IUD) insertion and cervical preparation prior to insertion may not be warranted. " 05/06/2015 - "[How is agonizing leg pain associated with an intrauterine device?]." 05/01/2015 - "A comparison of the insertion pain associated with three different types of intrauterine device."
5.	Infection 08/01/2000 - "This study measured the effect of information about family planning methods and STD risk factors and prevention, together with personal choice on the selection of intrauterine devices (IUDs) by clients with cervical infection. " 08/01/1992 - "To study the influence of the position of the threads of an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) on the development of genital tract infection. " 05/01/1979 - "In vitro study of the possible role of the intrauterine contraceptive device tail in ascending infection of the genital tract." 10/01/2015 - "The objective was to describe infection rates after intrauterine device (IUD) placement at an urban teaching hospital that did not restrict IUD eligibility based on risk factors for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). " 10/01/2015 - "Intrauterine device use in an urban university clinic: safety of use in a population at high risk for sexually transmitted infections."

Related Drugs and Biologics

1.	Levonorgestrel (Plan B)
2.	Copper
3.	Danazol (Azol)
4.	Anti-Bacterial Agents (Antibiotics)
5.	Contraceptive Agents (Contraceptives)
6.	Hormones
7.	Naproxen (Naprosyn)
8.	Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (Depo-Provera)
9.	Tranexamic Acid (AMCA)
10.	Deamino Arginine Vasopressin (Desmopressin)

Related Therapies and Procedures

1.	Contraception (Birth Control)
2.	Endometrial Ablation Techniques
3.	Cesarean Section (Caesarean Section)
4.	Hysterectomy
5.	Catheters