intrauterine device
noun
plural intrauterine devices
: a device inserted into and left in the uterus to prevent conception
specifically
: a T-shaped device containing either progestin or copper that is inserted into and left in the uterus to prevent conception by blocking ovulation, thickening cervical mucus, or interfering with sperm motility
Women can choose from a variety of contraception options such as pills, patches, implants and intrauterine devices. —
Sarah Barton
Sarah Barton The most effective types of birth control, like an intrauterine device, tend to come at the highest upfront cost … —The Canadian Press
The Canadian Press called also intrauterine contraceptive device, IUCD, IUD
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Hormonal oral contraceptives, hormone injections, and hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) may help shrink fibroids or control heavy menstrual bleeding.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
Planned Parenthood of Illinois saw a 15% increase in calls immediately following the Nov. 5 election, with many callers asking about vasectomies and options for long term but reversible contraception, such as intrauterine devices and birth control implants.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 16 Nov. 2024
Misoprostol can be used not only to help pass fetal tissue, but also to facilitate the insertion of intrauterine devices, a type of birth control, or prepare the cervix for surgical procedures such as hysterectomy.
—Bayliss Wagner, Austin American-Statesman, 24 June 2024
An intrauterine device, or IUD, is a tiny device that is inserted into your uterus to prevent pregnancy.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
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Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
Planned Parenthood of Illinois saw a 15% increase in calls immediately following the Nov. 5 election, with many callers asking about vasectomies and options for long term but reversible contraception, such as intrauterine devices and birth control implants.
—Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 16 Nov. 2024
Misoprostol can be used not only to help pass fetal tissue, but also to facilitate the insertion of intrauterine devices, a type of birth control, or prepare the cervix for surgical procedures such as hysterectomy.
—Bayliss Wagner, Austin American-Statesman, 24 June 2024
An intrauterine device, or IUD, is a tiny device that is inserted into your uterus to prevent pregnancy.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Intrauterine device.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intrauterine%20device. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
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