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Intrauterine device migration into the bladder with urolithiasis: A case report.

Yassine Jaziri¹, Bilel Saidani¹, Ahmed Saadi¹

¹The Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunis, Tunisia; The Department of Urology, Charles Nicole Hospital, Tunis, Tunisia.

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|May 11, 2025

Summary

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) can rarely migrate into the bladder, causing stone formation. Laser lithotripsy offers a minimally invasive treatment for this rare complication, resolving urinary symptoms.

Keywords:

Bladder stones Case report Cystolithiasis Intrauterine device migration

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Urology
Gynecology
Contraception

Background:

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a widely used contraceptive method.
Extrauterine migration is a rare complication of IUDs.
Intravesical migration with stone formation is exceptional.

Observation:

A 39-year-old woman presented with lower urinary tract symptoms (dysuria, pollakiuria).
A bladder stone was found, associated with a migrated IUD inserted four years prior.
Symptoms began four years after IUD insertion.

Findings:

The migrated IUD led to significant bladder stone formation.
Laser lithotripsy successfully treated the bladder stone and facilitated IUD removal.
The patient experienced uncomplicated recovery and symptom resolution.

Implications:

IUD intravesical migration with stone formation is a rare but significant complication.
Diagnosis can be aided by ultrasonography and radiography.
Laser lithotripsy is an effective, minimally invasive treatment option.
Prompt treatment is crucial to prevent further complications.