G Rybo

This paper reviews the various theories offered to explain excessive menstrual blood losses whether these are of primary origin or induced by IUD. An increased concentration of prostaglandins in endometrial tissue at the onset of menstruati…

In 12 women with menorrhagia (greater than or equal to 80 ml per menstrual period) a progesterone-releasing device (Progestasert) was inserted. The women were followed by repeated measurements of the blood loss for 12 periods. The menstrual…