Non-contraceptive uses of levonorgestrel-releasing hormone system (LNG-IUS)—A systematic enquiry and overview

Rajesh Varma, Deepali Sinha, Janesh Gupta, Janesh K Gupta
European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology · 2005 · vol. 125(1) , pp. 9–28 · doi:10.1016/j.ejogrb.2005.10.029 · PMID:16325993 · W2154350404
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This systematic review explores the non-contraceptive applications of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS), analyzing its effectiveness and safety for various gynecological conditions.

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dysmenorrheaendometriosis

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Levonorgestrel Delayed-Action Preparations Delayed-Action Preparations Dysmenorrhea Dysmenorrhea Endometrial Hyperplasia Endometrial Hyperplasia Endometrial Neoplasms Endometrial Neoplasms Endometriosis Endometriosis Estrogen Replacement Therapy Estrogen Replacement Therapy Estrogen Replacement Therapy Female Humans Intrauterine Devices, Medicated Leiomyoma Leiomyoma Levonorgestrel

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