Intrauterine contraception.
Newer medicated IUDs, such as the copper or progesterone-releasing devices, are more effective, better tolerated and have fewer side effects than nonmedicated IUDs. Major complications are rare if adequate precautions are taken. The IUD is an ideal contraceptive for patients with contraindications to oral contraception and for those who have difficulty remembering to utilize other methods.
D010064:Embryo Implantation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007249:Inflammation; D007433:Intrauterine Device Expulsion; D007434:Intrauterine Devices / Q000009:adverse effects; D007435:Intrauterine Devices, Copper; D007436:Intrauterine Devices, Medicated; D000292:Pelvic Inflammatory Disease / Q000209:etiology; D010587:Phagocytosis; D011247:Pregnancy; D011374:Progesterone / Q000008:administration & dosage; D014595:Uterine Perforation / Q000209:etiology
D011374:Progesterone