Evaluation of clinical outcome of post placental and intraceasarian intrauterine Cu T 380A device insertion

Reena Pal; Sandhya Deora

Volume : VI, Issue : III, March - 2017

Evaluation of clinical outcome of post placental and intraceasarian intrauterine Cu T 380A device insertion

Reena Pal, Sandhya Deora

Abstract :

Background: Intrauterine device (IUD) is an ideal method of contraception in post partum phase, as it is highly effective, safe, coitus independent, rapidly reversible method and has distinct advantage of ease of insertion at this time. The aim of our study is to evaluate the safety, efficacy and expulsion rates of post-placental and Intra-caesarian insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device (PPIUCD). Materials & Methods: Prospective observational study. After counseling the antenatal women Cu T 380A was inserted within 10 minutes of delivery of placenta in accepters who fulfilled the Medical Eligibility Criteria. Results: Total 1845 women were eligible, but only 380 women accepted PPIUCD. Acceptance was seen more in literate and primipara women. Common complications were chronic lower abdominal pain, bleeding per vagina. Conclusions: Postplacectal intrauterine device is the most safer, effective and convenient contraceptive method for immediate postpartum period.