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A Prospective Study on the Efficacy of Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine Device in Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

  • 1. Assistant Professor Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Andhra Medical College King George Hospital, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • 2. Postgraduate, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Andhra Medical College King George Hospital, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

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Background: In This Study, We Wanted To Evaluate The Efficacy Of Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine Devices In The Treatment Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding With Respect To A Decrease In Menstrual Blood Loss, Improvement In Quality Of Life, Acceptability, And Complications. Materials and Methods: This Was A Hospital-Based Prospective Observational Study Conducted Among Patients Aged 30 – 50 Years With Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (Aub), Presenting To The Department Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology, King George Hospital (Kgh), Visakhapatnam For 2 Years From November 2019 To October 2021. Results: Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System Is A Safe, Effective, And Highly Acceptable Mode Of Treatment For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Which Helps Women For A Smooth Transition To Menopause. It Is Associated With Minimal Side Effects And A High Satisfaction Rate. Also, It Is A Very Good Alternative To Medical And Surgical Treatment For Heavy Menstrual Bleeding In Benign Conditions With High Efficacy And Cost-Effectiveness. It Is The Best Innovative Method For The Treatment Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. Hence Consider Lng-Ius As A One-Stop Answer To Aub Before Deciding On A Hysterectomy. Conclusion: About One-Third Of The Outpatients Visiting Gynaecological Opd, Present With The Complaint Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. The Normal Menstrual Cycle Interval Is 24-38 Days. Normal Menstrual Flow Lasts For 4.5-8 Days And Normal Menstrual Blood Loss Is Around 5-80 Ml. Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System Is A Safe, Effective, And Highly Acceptable Mode Of Treatment For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Which Helps Women For A Smooth Transition To Menopause. It Is Associated With Minimal Side Effects And A High Satisfaction Rate. It Is A Very Good Alternative To Medical And Surgical Treatment For Heavy Menstrual Bleeding In Benign Conditions With High Efficacy And Cost-Effectiveness. With This Lng-Ius We Can Even Avoid The Systemic Side Effects Caused By Cocs Like Thromboembolism, Weight Gain, Mood Changes, And Breakthrough Bleeding Which Also Requires Less Skill And No Operative Morbidity. Despite All The Limitations, It Is The Best Innovative Method For The Treatment Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. Hence Consider Lng-Ius As A One-Stop Answer To Aub Before Deciding On A Hysterectomy.

 

 

 

Abstract (English)

Background: In This Study, We Wanted To Evaluate The Efficacy Of Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine Devices In The Treatment Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding With Respect To A Decrease In Menstrual Blood Loss, Improvement In Quality Of Life, Acceptability, And Complications. Materials and Methods: This Was A Hospital-Based Prospective Observational Study Conducted Among Patients Aged 30 – 50 Years With Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (Aub), Presenting To The Department Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology, King George Hospital (Kgh), Visakhapatnam For 2 Years From November 2019 To October 2021. Results: Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System Is A Safe, Effective, And Highly Acceptable Mode Of Treatment For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Which Helps Women For A Smooth Transition To Menopause. It Is Associated With Minimal Side Effects And A High Satisfaction Rate. Also, It Is A Very Good Alternative To Medical And Surgical Treatment For Heavy Menstrual Bleeding In Benign Conditions With High Efficacy And Cost-Effectiveness. It Is The Best Innovative Method For The Treatment Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. Hence Consider Lng-Ius As A One-Stop Answer To Aub Before Deciding On A Hysterectomy. Conclusion: About One-Third Of The Outpatients Visiting Gynaecological Opd, Present With The Complaint Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. The Normal Menstrual Cycle Interval Is 24-38 Days. Normal Menstrual Flow Lasts For 4.5-8 Days And Normal Menstrual Blood Loss Is Around 5-80 Ml. Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System Is A Safe, Effective, And Highly Acceptable Mode Of Treatment For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Which Helps Women For A Smooth Transition To Menopause. It Is Associated With Minimal Side Effects And A High Satisfaction Rate. It Is A Very Good Alternative To Medical And Surgical Treatment For Heavy Menstrual Bleeding In Benign Conditions With High Efficacy And Cost-Effectiveness. With This Lng-Ius We Can Even Avoid The Systemic Side Effects Caused By Cocs Like Thromboembolism, Weight Gain, Mood Changes, And Breakthrough Bleeding Which Also Requires Less Skill And No Operative Morbidity. Despite All The Limitations, It Is The Best Innovative Method For The Treatment Of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. Hence Consider Lng-Ius As A One-Stop Answer To Aub Before Deciding On A Hysterectomy.

 

 

 

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