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intrauterine
(redirected from intrauterine contraceptive device)

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in·tra·u·ter·ine  (ntr-ytr-n, -t-rn)
adj.
Occurring or situated within the uterus.
intrauterine [ˌɪntrəˈjuːtəraɪn]
adj
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Anatomy) within the womb
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Adj.1.intrauterine - within the womb
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intrauterine [ˌɪntrəˈjuːtəraɪn]
A. ADJ → intrauterino
B. CPD intrauterine device N → dispositivo m intrauterino; (coil-shaped) → espiral f


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Some people don't want to go to their own GP for advice in these areas and some GPs will refer patients to us for procedures like vasectomies and intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) insertions.
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Rivera R, Yacobson I and Grimes D, The mechanism of action of hormonal contraceptives and intrauterine contraceptive devices, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1999, 181(5, pt.
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No evidence to support intrauterine contraceptive device and embryo destruction, letter, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1997, 177(4):980; Segal SJ, Intrauterine contraceptive devices act before fertilization, letter, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1997, 177(4):980-981; and Borgatta L, Mechanism of intrauterine device contraceptive action, letter, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1997, 177(4):976-977.
The checkered history and bright future of intrauterine contraception ... by Hubacher, David / Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health
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