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intrauterine device
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intrauterine device
n. Abbr. IUD
A birth control device, such as a plastic or metallic loop, ring, or spiral, that is inserted into the uterus to prevent implantation.
intrauterine device
Noun
a contraceptive device in the shape of a coil, inserted into the womb
intrauterine device  (ntr-ytr-n, -t-rn)
A birth control device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent implantation.
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Noun1.intrauterine device - contraceptive device consisting of a piece of bent plastic or metal that is inserted through the vagina into the uterus
IUD
birth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, preventative, preventive - an agent or device intended to prevent conception
loop - an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop
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intrauterine device [ˈɪntrəˈjuːtəraɪn-] n (Med) → Intrauterinpessar nt, Spirale f (inf)
intrauterine device [ˌintrəˈjuːtərain diˈvais] IUD
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Intrauterine devices (IUDs) may also interfere with implantation (see the National Catholic Bioethics Quarterly, Spring 2004).
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Intrauterine devices and pelvic inflammatory disease: an international perspective, Lancet, 1992, 339(8796):785-788; Ho J et al.
IUD-related knowledge, attitudes and practices among Navajo Area ... by Etsitty, Virgil / Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health
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