A woman has a positive chlamydia test result from a routine screen performed as part of an IUC insertion visit. The Cu-IUD was inserted at the same vi...

Question

A woman has a positive chlamydia test result from a routine screen performed as part of an IUC insertion visit. The Cu-IUD was inserted at the same visit before results were available. Results are now back showing chlamydia. What should be done?

Accepted Answer

Treat the chlamydia with appropriate antibiotics; the Cu-IUD can remain in situ

Answer

Remove the Cu-IUD immediately

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Leave the chlamydia untreated as the IUD protects against complications

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Perform a test of cure before deciding about the IUD

Answer

Replace the Cu-IUD with a new one

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Chlamydia Positive After IUC Insertion Management

A woman has a positive chlamydia test result from a routine screen performed as part of an IUC insertion visit. The Cu-IUD was inserted at the same visit before results were available. Results are now back showing chlamydia. What should be done?