Feasibility study of a single‐handed inserter for levonorgestrel 52 mg intrauterine device placement

Abstract

Abstract Objective To assess placement outcomes using a levonorgestrel 52 mg intrauterine device (IUD) inserter designed for single‐handed use. Methods Investigators enroled participants 18–45 years to have the IUD inserted using a redesigned inserter with removal 5–15 min after placement. Physicians and participants provided feedback on their insertion experience. Results Successful placement occurred in 48 of 50 (96.0%) enroled participants. Investigators rated insertion device loading “easy” in 49 (98.0%) and placement “easy” in 44 (88.0%) cases. Cramping pain was reported at insertion by 47 (94.0%) participants, mostly mild (32 [64.0%]) or moderate (11 [22.0%]). Conclusion The single‐handed inserter is easy to use and results in high rates of insertion success.

Keywords

• inserter
• intrauterine device
• levonorgestrel
• single‐handed inserter