Unrecognized perforation of the uterine and rectal walls by an intrauterine contraceptive device.
A case of IUD perforation of the uterus to the rectum is described, the perforation not being recognized for 13 years. A way of handling 'the missing IUD' is outlined.
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Central Hospital, Naestved, Denmark.
D000328:Adult; D003951:Diagnostic Errors; D005260:Female; D005548:Foreign-Body Migration / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D007416:Intestinal Perforation / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D007435:Intrauterine Devices, Copper / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012007:Rectum / Q000293:injuries*; D014595:Uterine Perforation / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*