92. Outcomes of an Immediate Postplacental Intrauterine Device Placement Program in Adolescents and Young Adults

Immediate postplacental intrauterine device (IUD) placement is safe and convenient but with increased rates of expulsion and string complications compared to interval placement. While the decision for immediate postplacental IUD placement should be individualized and informed, it may be an effective option to prevent unintended repeat pregnancy. In our county, the teen birth rate is 14% higher than the overall state rate (27.1 per 1,000 teens aged 15 to 19). Further, 1 in 6 is a repeat teen birth.

Source: Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology - April 1, 2024 Category: OBGYN Authors: Neha Ali, Ciara Hutchison, Nirupama DeSilva, Courtney Baker Source Type: research