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IUD intrauterine device

By Tracee Cornforth, About.com

Created: December 25, 2003

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Definition: A contraceptive device that is postitioned inside the uterus. Most IUDs are non-hormonal methods of birth control; however the Mirena IUD and Progestasert release small amounts of a progestin.
Also Known As: intrauterine device, Mirena, Copper T 380A, Progestasert
Alternate Spellings: inter uterine device

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