The intrauterine device and the intrauterine system
Stephen Searle, E.
Best Practice and Research. Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology 28(6): 807-824
2014
ISSN/ISBN: 1532-1932 PMID: 24947600 DOI: 10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2014.05.004Document Number: 635862
Intrauterine contraception is used by about 100 million women worldwide, making it the most popular form of fertility regulation. In UK community contraception clinics, however, long-acting reversible contraception has increased to 28% of users, and intrauterine contraception accounts for only 8% of methods used by women accessing these services. Potential exists to increase uptake of these more effective methods. In this chapter, we review the clinical advantages, disadvantages and cost-effectiveness of intrauterine contraception. We discuss the management of complications along with advice for trainers, and briefly consider issues in developing countries.