Abstract
BACKGROUND: Uterine anomalies are frequently diagnosed in reproductive-aged women and are generally considered a contraindication to the use of intrauterine contraception. We elected to offer this method to a woman with uterus didelphys and a poorly controlled seizure disorder who wished to avoid hormonal and barrier contraceptives. CASE: A 17-year-old woman (gravida 1, para 1) with a seizure disorder desired an intrauterine device (IUD). She was found to have uterus didelphys and a complete vaginal septum. After obtaining informed consent, an IUD was placed in each uterine horn. The patient retained both IUDs and was satisfied with the method 9 months after IUD insertion. CONCLUSION: Intrauterine contraception should be considered an option for women with uterine anomalies on a case-by-case basis.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 774-776 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Obstetrics and gynecology |
Volume | 108 |
Issue number | 3 II |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology