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  • Title: Laparoscopic removal of a perforating intrauterine device mimicking chronic appendicitis.
    Author: Brunner SM, Comman A, Gaetzschmann P, Kipf B, Behrend M.
    Journal: J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A; 2008 Aug; 18(4):609-10. PubMed ID: 18721015.
    Abstract:
    The intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) is a common form of reversible birth control. One of the rare, but serious, complications is uterine perforation. In this paper, we report a case of a patient who underwent laparoscopy for presumed chronic appendicitis. Intraoperatively, uterine perforation by the IUD was found. The IUD was removed laparoscopically. The postoperative course was uneventful.
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