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What is intrauterine contraception?
Last reviewed: 19.10.2021
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Intrauterine contraception is a method of prolonged and reversible protection from pregnancy with the help of special devices inserted into the uterus.
In our country, the use of various IUDs in popularity is superior to other modern contraceptive methods. According to the report on the health status of the population, the Navy uses by region up to 18% of women of childbearing age.
Intrauterine devices are highly effective, do not have a systemic effect on the body, are easy to use, accessible to any social group, are economically viable. In addition, they can be used for a long time and continuously. Recovery of fertility after their removal occurs on average in 3-6 months.
Types of intrauterine contraceptives
Existing and currently used intrauterine devices can be divided into two large groups.
Inert intrauterine devices. Intrauterine devices, made of inert materials, are used since the late 50's. The most widespread in our country have received inert intrauterine devices, for example, the Lippes loop, created by Jack Lippes in 1962.
Since 1989, according to WHO recommendations, the use of inert intrauterine devices is not recommended due to their low efficacy and the high incidence of complications in their administration and use.
Medication intrauterine devices. The introduction of copper additives into the composition of the vpitrimatonic agent significantly increased the efficiency and reduced the frequency of possible complications in their use, since copper ions have a spermatocilic and bactericidal action.
You can establish a medication intrauterine device on any day of the menstrual cycle with confidence in the absence of pregnancy. Medical intrauterine devices are distributed in packages containing all the necessary devices for their installation.
The recommended period of use of metal-containing intrauterine devices should not exceed 3-5 years.