Missing intrauterine contraceptive device presenting with strings at the anus

The rare condition of strings of a missing intrauterine contraceptive device presenting at the anus is described. Partial removal was achieved via the rectum and this was followed by a normal uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery.

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Published in:	West Indian medical journal Vol. 40; no. 4; p. 185
Main Authors:	Ramsewak, S, Rahaman, J, Persad, P, Narayansingh, G
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Jamaica 01-12-1991
Subjects:	Adult Anal Canal Female Foreign-Body Migration - complications Humans Intestinal Perforation - etiology Intrauterine Devices, Copper - adverse effects Pregnancy Uterine Perforation - etiology Americas Contraception Iud, Copper Releasing Family Planning Research Methodology Examinations And Diagnoses North America Diseases Trinidad And Tobago Studies Perforations Case Studies Contraceptive Methods Iud Developing Countries Caribbean Uterine Perforation
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Summary:	The rare condition of strings of a missing intrauterine contraceptive device presenting at the anus is described. Partial removal was achieved via the rectum and this was followed by a normal uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery.
ISSN:	0043-3144