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Intrauterine device migration into the bladder with resultant bladder stone formation: a case report
Meilian Chen1, Hongmei Xiao1, Fei Lai2
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China School of Medicine, Sichuan University Affiliated Chengdu Second People's Hospital, Chengdu Second People's Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Objective:
To investigate the possible aetiology, clinical characteristics, diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, and prognosis of intrauterine device (IUD) migration into the bladder.
Case Report:
A 39-year-old woman presented with recurrent symptoms of urinary urgency and dysuria. Computed tomography scans (CT) revealed that one arm of the IUD had migrated into the bladder, causing bladder stones. The patient underwent transurethral bladder lithotripsy and stone removal, laparoscopic bladder repair, and hysteroscopic removal of the IUD. The IUD was completely removed, and the bladder stones were successfully treated. The patient made a good postoperative recovery.
Conclusion:
Regular follow-up examinations are required following the insertion of an IUD, with ultrasound being the preferred method of follow-up. If recurrent urinary symptoms occur, the possibility of IUD migration into the bladder should be ruled out. CT can assist in the diagnosis.
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