This is a pilot study designed to test the effectiveness of several techniques for intrauterine device (IUD) self-removal and to understand patient preferences regarding IUD self-removal and indicators of success as well as understanding the impacts of IUD self-removal on other clinical care.
The Investigators propose to test a novel method for self-removal of IUDs in an effort to increase the proportion of patients who are able to successfully and safely remove their IUD when desired. Participants will attempt self-removal in office, where a provider will be able to remove the IUD if unsuccessful. Participants will be instructed on current and novel techniques and the investigators will examine indicators of success as well as patient and provider preferences.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
30
The provider will offer any individual presenting for in-person IUD removal or exchange (removal-replacement) the option for self-removal. The participant will be provided a 'how to' instruction sheet with information on positioning and what to expect. The participant will first attempt removal with clean hands if desired, then utilizing non-sterile, clean gloves (not explicitly tested in prior studies) and if that fails, the use of a menstrual cup (a novel technique). If not successful, the provider will perform standard IUD removal in the clinic.
Oregon Health & Science Univeristy
Portland, Oregon, United States
RECRUITINGEffectiveness of IUD Self-Removal Techniques
Proportion of participants who successfully remove their IUDs
Time frame: Immediately after IUD Removal
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