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.
Vilos
George A
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St. Joseph's Health Care, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada. george.vilos@sjhc.london.on.ca
Di Cecco
Robert
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Marks
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