A woman with a history of two previous caesarean sections requests a Cu-IUD. Is there any additional consideration for IUC insertion?...

Question

A woman with a history of two previous caesarean sections requests a Cu-IUD. Is there any additional consideration for IUC insertion?

Accepted Answer

IUC can be inserted, but the clinician should be aware of potential uterine scarring and altered anatomy; careful sounding and experienced insertion are recommended

Answer

Previous caesarean section is a contraindication to IUC

Answer

Only an LNG-IUS can be used after caesarean section

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IUC insertion requires ultrasound guidance after caesarean section

Answer

She must wait 2 years after her last caesarean section

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): IUC After Previous Caesarean Sections

A woman with a history of two previous caesarean sections requests a Cu-IUD. Is there any additional consideration for IUC insertion?