The fragmented intrauterine device: an unusual complication of a Lippes loop.
Fragmentation on removal of an effective and asymptomatic Lippes Loop is reported. The etiology of this event is hypothesized and the patient's managment is discussed. It is likely that fragmentation occurred as a result of material fatigue secondary to movement about the fixed, embedded tip. Surgical removal was effected.
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007434:Intrauterine Devices / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011247:Pregnancy