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[Bladder lithiasis secondary to intrauterine device migration. Case report]
Tomás Lázaro Rodríguez Collar1, Yamel Gil del Valle, Basily Valdés Estévez
1Servicio de Urología, Hospital Universitario Dr. Carlos J. Finlay, La Habana, Cuba. bhfinlay@infomed.sld.cu
Archivos Espanoles De Urologia
|August 20, 2008
Summary
Intrauterine devices can migrate to the bladder, causing bladder stones (lithiasis). This case highlights the importance of considering device migration in women with persistent lower urinary tract symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Gynecology
Background:
- Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are common contraceptives.
- Migration of IUDs to the bladder is a rare complication.
Observation:
- A 30-year-old female presented with chronic irritative lower urinary tract symptoms.
- She had a Copper T IUD inserted one year prior.
- Symptoms persisted despite two years of antibiotic treatment for cystitis.
Findings:
- Pelvic ultrasound and X-ray revealed a 5x3 cm bladder stone containing a Copper T IUD.
- Surgical removal of the bladder stone (cystolithotomy) was successful.
- The patient's symptoms resolved post-surgery.
Implications:
- IUD migration to the bladder can cause significant urinary issues, including stone formation.
- This diagnosis should be considered in females using IUDs who present with chronic lower urinary tract symptoms.
- Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for symptom resolution.
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