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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Princess Anne Hospital, University of Southampton, UK.

The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care : the Official Journal of the European Society of Contraception
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This study reviewed GyneFix intrauterine device insertions in the UK, finding it effective with low complication rates. Further large-scale research is recommended to confirm its benefits and drawbacks.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Contraception
  • Medical Device Evaluation

Background:

  • The GyneFix intrauterine implant is a contraceptive device used in family planning.
  • Understanding user and provider experiences is crucial for assessing contraceptive methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical experience with the GyneFix intrauterine implant among family planning providers and clients in the UK.
  • To assess the effectiveness and safety of GyneFix insertions.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective audit of 138 GyneFix insertions was conducted.
  • Data was collected from the Ella Gordon Family Planning Unit in Portsmouth between 1997 and 1999.

Main Results:

  • 134 out of 138 insertions were successful (97%).

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  • The device was inserted in 40% of nulliparous women.
  • The removal rate was 15% (due to side-effects in 50% of removals), and the expulsion rate was 8%.
  • No perforations or accidental pregnancies were reported during the study period.

    • Conclusions:

    • The GyneFix intrauterine implant demonstrates a potentially useful role in family planning.
    • The study's findings, though based on a small retrospective analysis, are comparable to other UK data.
    • A large-scale prospective randomized study is needed to fully establish the benefits and disadvantages of GyneFix.