A woman requests removal of her etonogestrel implant at 2 years due to persistent troublesome bleeding despite trials of oral medication. At removal, ...

Question

A woman requests removal of her etonogestrel implant at 2 years due to persistent troublesome bleeding despite trials of oral medication. At removal, the implant is found to be deeply placed and non-palpable in the arm. What is the recommended approach?

Accepted Answer

Refer to a specialist with experience in deep implant removal, ideally with imaging guidance

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Attempt removal in primary care with a larger incision

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Leave the implant in situ permanently

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The implant will dissolve on its own

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Use a magnet to locate the implant

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Deep Non-Palpable Implant Removal Referral

A woman requests removal of her etonogestrel implant at 2 years due to persistent troublesome bleeding despite trials of oral medication. At removal, the implant is found to be deeply placed and non-palpable in the arm. What is the recommended approach?