title: The role of the intrauterine device in contraceptive practice.
abstract: Recognition of the rarity of systemic complications of IUD's as compared with oral contraceptives, has increased the acceptability of the IUD. Improvements in the design of IUD's and increased experience in their use have resulted in extension of the range of women to whom IUD's can be offered. Points of practical management are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000028:Abortion, Induced; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007239:Infections / Q000209:etiology; D007434:Intrauterine Devices / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D008595:Menorrhagia / Q000209:etiology; D008599:Menstruation Disturbances / Q000209:etiology; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications; D011271:Pregnancy, Ectopic; D014599:Uterus / Q000293:injuries