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If iud is lost will surgery be needed?

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Dr. Felicia Tillman answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Possibly: First of all we need to find out where the iud is located. This can be done by sonogram or an X-ray if necessary. If the iud is in the uterus then it can be removed vaginally most times. If it is in the abdominal cavity this will require surgery, most likely laparoscopic.

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Answered 7/1/2015

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