Algorithm for nonvisible strings of levonorgestrel intrauterine system.
We present a case with nonvisible strings of her levonorgestrel intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) in the cervix. The LNG-IUS was subsequently found in the omentum and retrieved laparoscopically. An algorithm for missing strings of an intrauterine devised is proposed.
St. Joseph's Health Care, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada. george.vilos@sjhc.london.on.ca
George A
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Vilos
Robert
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Di Cecco
Jennifer
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D000328:Adult; D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D058736:Intrauterine Device Migration; D007436:Intrauterine Devices, Medicated; D016912:Levonorgestrel / Q000008:administration & dosage*
D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female; D016912:Levonorgestrel