The Levonorgestrel-releasing Intrauterine System:An Updated Review of the Noncontraceptive Uses

Leng Jin-hu
In: Journal of International Reproductive Health/Family Planning · 2009 · W2391894748
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This review updates noncontraceptive uses of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system, highlighting its efficacy in treating menorrhagia and alleviating pain associated with endometriosis or adenomyosis while preventing tamoxifen-induced hyperplasia.

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The levonorgestrel releasing intrauterine system is an effective and safe form of long-term yet reversible birth control.Nowadays,it has been used to treat the menorrhagia and release the painful of endometriosis/adenomyosis,and it also shows the effect of anti-endometrial hyperplasia while using the tamoxifen or hormone replacement therapy.

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