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Social & Preventive Medicine Natural Methods, Barrier Methods, IUDs, OCPs 5c68051b

In a woman using an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) an intrauterine pregnancy occurs and the IUCD threads are visible. What is the reason to recommend removal of the device?

A
To prevent the risk of subsequent septic aboion and preterm labor
B
To prevent congenital abnormality of the newborn
C
To prevent post-paum haemorrhage
D
To prevent perforation
High-Yield Explanation
- There is no teratogenic risk with a retained IUCD. - However, there may be an increased risk of infection and preterm labour. - Hence, it is recommend to remove the device.

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