A program of IUD insertions by paraprofessionals and physicians in the Philippines
Ramos, R.; Apelo, R.A.
International Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics the Official Organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics 16(4): 321-323
1978
ISSN/ISBN: 0020-7292 PMID: 35395 Document Number: 441139
A program of IUD insertions by paramedics and physicians was undertaken at the José Fabella Memorial Hospital. Both Lippes C and D were inserted in the postpartum and interval periods. Results show that paramedics can safely and effectively perform IUD insertions, although there are indications of a need to periodically monitor, and perhaps retrain, personnel, be they paramedic or physician, in the techniques of IUD insertion.