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Title: [Early postpartum intrauterine device insertion]. Author: Castadot RG. Journal: Union Med Can; 1975 Aug; 104(8):1233-6. PubMed ID: 1216384. Abstract: Early postpartum and postabortion IUD insertions are discussed. This timing takes advantage of the favorable psychological climate for birth control. Insertion (Lippes loop) must be deep in the uterine cavity to minimize the risk of expulsion; with appropriate technique, expulsion occurs in 23% of patients, with the lowest rate occurring on the 4th postpartum day. Complications (hemorrhage, infection, pain, perforation) are not more frequent than in late insertions. Continuation rates are also more favorable among women who have received an IUD in the postpartum period. The risk of expulsion is even smaller after abortion, as is the complication rate; and the psychological advantages are greater. This technique is especially valuable for a clientele which has difficulties returning for postnatal examinations and should help reduce the rates of repeated abortion.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]