Ultrasound appearances of Implanon implanted contraceptive devices.
Subdermal contraceptive devices represent a popular choice of contraception. Whilst often removed without the use of imaging, circumstances exist where imaging is required. Ultrasound is the modality of choice. The optimal technique and typical sonographic appearances are detailed in this article.
McNeill
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Department of Radiology, AMNCH Tallaght, Dublin 24, Ireland.
Ward
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Halpenny
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Snow
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Torreggiani
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D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D003274:Contraceptive Devices, Female; D017135:Desogestrel / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D020878:Device Removal / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D040521:Subcutaneous Tissue / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014463:Ultrasonography
D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female; C044815:etonogestrel; D017135:Desogestrel