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  • Title: Removal of an incarcerated intrauterine device in the sigmoid colon under the assistance of hysteroscope and laparoscope: a case report.
    Author: Le A, Shan L, Xiao T, Zhuo R, Wang Z.
    Journal: Clin Exp Obstet Gynecol; 2015; 42(4):531-4. PubMed ID: 26411227.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND/AIMS: To explore the value of hysteroscope and laparoscope in removing an incarcerated or ectopic intrauterine device (IUD). MATERIALS AND METHODS: A 33-year-old woman was admitted to the present hospital on May 22nd, 2013. An incarcerated IUD was proven by ultrasonography. An IUD had been implanted in October 2011. Clinical case report of an incarcerated IUD in the sigmoid colon. RESULTS: An IUD was successfully removed with the assistance of hysteroscope and laparoscope. CONCLUSION: Ultrasonography should be performed in the follow-up of the patients after IUD implantation. Ectopic or incarcerated IUD can be successfully removed with the assistance of hysteroscope and laparoscope with minimal trauma.
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